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 |
|---|---|
| presumptuous | overstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties |
| bugaboo | an imaginary object of fear |
| venue | locale |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| advocacy | the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate |
| appraise | to set a value on : to estimate the amount of |
| solace | to give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |