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
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
sojourna temporary stay
regenta person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign
swaggerto conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner
parablea usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle
virulentmarked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
dismissto permit or cause to leave