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 |
|---|---|
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |
| inclined | having inclination, disposition, or tendency |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| inamorata | a woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations |
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| boor | peasant |
| coroner | a usually elected public officer who is typically not required to have specific medical qualifications and whose principal duty is to inquire by an inquest into the cause of any death which there is reason to suppose is not due to natural causes compare medical examiner |
| aversion | a feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it |
| promiscuous | having or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners |
| imperious | marked by arrogant assurance : domineering |