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 |
|---|---|
| isotope | any of two or more species of atoms of a chemical element with the same atomic number and nearly identical chemical behavior but with differing atomic mass or mass number and different physical properties |
| velocity | quickness of motion : speed |
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| demented | mad |
| vying | contending; to strive for superiority |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| degradation | the act or process of degrading |
| enfranchise | to set free (as from slavery) |
| misdemeanor | a crime less serious than a felony (see felony |
