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 |
|---|---|
| impalpable | incapable of being felt by touch : intangible |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| fiasco | a complete failure |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| viscous | having a thick or sticky consistency : viscid |
| pensive | musingly or dreamily thoughtful |
| lax | loose |
| cringe | to recoil in distaste |
| lexicographer | an author or editor of a dictionary |
| endear | to cause to become beloved or admired |