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
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
oculistophthalmologist
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed
stellarof or relating to the stars : astral
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
vagrantone who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support
fruitionpleasurable use or possession : enjoyment