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 |
|---|---|
| metamorphosis | change of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means |
| archipelago | an expanse of water with many scattered islands |
| dribble | to issue sporadically and in small bits |
| libidinous | having or marked by lustful desires : lascivious |
| insidious | having a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle |
| fiasco | a complete failure |
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| polity | political organization |
| premonitory | giving warning |
| vitreous | resembling glass (as in color, composition, brittleness, or luster) : glassy |