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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disapprobation | the act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
| ashen | of, relating to, or made from ash wood |
| scanty | limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent |
| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |
| rectitude | the quality or state of being straight |
| roseate | resembling a rose especially in color |
| cohere | to hold together firmly as parts of the same mass |
| reckon | count |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |