GRE Word List
PRETENSION
an allegation of doubtful value : pretext
The meaning of the word pretension is an allegation of doubtful value : pretext.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| conjugal | of or relating to the married state or to married persons and their relations : connubial |
| definitive | serving to provide a final solution or to end a situation |
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| sardonic | disdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking |
| ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |
| overblown | past the prime of bloom |
| dictum | a noteworthy statement: such as |
| haven | harbor |
| bookish | of or relating to books |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |