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 |
|---|---|
| supplant | to supersede (another) especially by force or treachery |
| narcissist | an individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism: such as |
| prank | trick |
| stipend | a fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| bastion | a projecting part of a fortification |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |
| legend | a story coming down from the past |