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 |
|---|---|
| biennial | occurring every two years |
| indubitable | too evident to be doubted : unquestionable |
| upshot | the final result : outcome |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| veritable | being in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary |
| quay | a structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place |
| insightful | exhibiting or characterized by insight |
| whittle | a large knife |
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |