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 |
|---|---|
| kernel | the inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut |
| barterer | to trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| pharisaical | marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness |
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| sublime | to cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form |
| fructify | to bear fruit |