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 |
|---|---|
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| orientation | the act or process of orienting or of being oriented |
| indigent | suffering from extreme poverty : impoverished |
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| lank | not well filled out : slender |
| speck | a small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay |
| amiss | in a mistaken way : wrongly |
| hygiene | a science of the establishment and maintenance of health |