GRE Word List
PRETENSION
an allegation of doubtful value : pretext
The meaning of the word pretension is an allegation of doubtful value : pretext.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perversion | the action of perverting : the condition of being perverted |
| conglomeration | the act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated |
| fulsome | characterized by abundance : copious |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
| knotty | marked by or full of knots |
| schematic | of or relating to a scheme or schema |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |