GRE Word List
PRETEXT
a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
The meaning of the word pretext is a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stygian | of or relating to the river Styx |
| exposure | the fact or condition of being exposed: such as |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| prognosticate | to foretell from signs or symptoms : predict |
| alacrity | promptness in response : cheerful readiness |
| forerunner | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| largess | liberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior |
| bland | smooth and soothing in manner or quality |