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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giddydizzy
rotundaa round building
repletefully or abundantly provided or filled
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature
tendentiousmarked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of view : biased
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart
rallyto muster for a common purpose