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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WordMeaning
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
lugubriousmournful
scrapfragments of discarded or leftover food
appropriateespecially suitable or compatible : fitting
demurereserved
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
adjunctsomething joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
idyllicpleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity