GRE Word List

PRETEND

to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing

The meaning of the word pretend is to give a false appearance of being, possessing, or performing.

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WordMeaning
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
influxa coming in
slighthaving a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body
cadencethe beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity
permeablecapable of being permeated : penetrable
enormityan outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act
scrapfragments of discarded or leftover food
pseudonyma fictitious name
laboriousinvolving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous