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 |
|---|---|
| extemporaneous | composed, performed, or uttered on the spur of the moment : impromptu |
| inductive | of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction |
| laceration | the act of lacerating |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| incidental | being likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence |
| rip | to tear or split apart or open |
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| fluke | flatfish |
| metallurgical | the science and technology of metals |
| devise | to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent |