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 |
|---|---|
| nominal | of, relating to, or being a noun or a word or expression taking a noun construction |
| predetermine | foreordain |
| transcendent | exceeding usual limits : surpassing |
| compilation | the act or process of compiling |
| labile | readily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable |
| contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
| invalidate | to make invalid |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| chaste | innocent of unlawful sexual intercourse |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |