GRE Word List
PRETENTIOUS
characterized by pretension: such as
The meaning of the word pretentious is characterized by pretension: such as.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| civil | of or relating to citizens |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| implode | to burst inward |
| mire | wet spongy earth (as of a bog or marsh) |
| ethereal | of or relating to the regions beyond the earth |
| palatial | of, relating to, or being a palace |
| transcribe | to make a written copy of |
| bereft | deprived or robbed of the possession or use of something |
| dominate | rule |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |