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 |
|---|---|
| culmination | the action of culminating |
| incognito | with one's identity concealed |
| quash | to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely |
| engaging | tending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive |
| rehabilitate | to restore to a former capacity : reinstate |
| cadaver | a dead body |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
| voyeur | someone who obtains sexual gratification from observing unsuspecting individuals who are partly undressed, naked, or engaged in sexual acts |
| gobble | to swallow or eat greedily |
| furor | an angry or maniacal fit : rage |