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 |
|---|---|
| exotic | introduced from another country : not native to the place where found |
| extrinsic | not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| melee | a confused struggle |
| gloss | a surface luster or brightness : shine |
| pall | to lose strength or effectiveness |
| temporize | to act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion |
| insurmountable | incapable of being surmounted : insuperable |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| repulse | to drive or beat back : repel |