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 |
|---|---|
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| guise | a form or style of dress : costume |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| condone | to regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless |
| tenacious | not easily pulled apart : cohesive |
| bawdy | boisterously or humorously indecent |
| filial | of, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter |
| emend | to correct usually by textual alterations |