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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WordMeaning
conjugalof or relating to the married state or to married persons and their relations : connubial
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony
weirdof strange or extraordinary character : odd
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
juntaa council or committee for political or governmental purposes
felonone who has committed a felony