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

WordMeaning
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
invoketo petition for help or support
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
delusivelikely to delude
fraileasily led into evil
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
dissensiondisagreement
vitalof the utmost importance