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 |
|---|---|
| inter | to deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |
| flout | to treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn |
| debut | a first appearance |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |
| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| humus | a brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic |