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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
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| fleece | the coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep) |
| eclipse | the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another |
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| extol | to praise highly : glorify |