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
verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
pragmatista practical approach to problems and affairs
craveto ask for earnestly : beg
pitfalltrap
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
mutilateto cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
paupera person destitute of means except such as are derived from charity