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
derangedmentally unsound : crazy
vendettablood feud
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
trilogya series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
abolishto end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul
abhorto regard with extreme repugnance : to feel hatred or loathing for : loathe
unregeneratenot regenerate
daintysomething delicious to the taste
denouementthe final outcome of the main dramatic complication in a literary work