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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| methodical | arranged, characterized by, or performed with method or order |
| animus | a usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| attentive | mindful |
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| archetype | the original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype |
| academic | of, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning |
| problematic | posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide |
| monotony | tedious sameness |