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 |
|---|---|
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| sentient | responsive to or conscious of sense impressions |
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| pivotal | of, relating to, or constituting a pivot |
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| downcast | low in spirit : dejected |