GRE Word List
PRETENTIOUS
characterized by pretension: such as
The meaning of the word pretentious is characterized by pretension: such as.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |
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| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| gastronomy | the art or science of good eating |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| acquittal | a setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
| laggard | lagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |