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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verisimilitudethe quality or state of being verisimilar
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imposturethe act or practice of deceiving by means of an assumed character or name
pungentsharply painful
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patronizeto act as patron of : provide aid or support for
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