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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| petty | having secondary rank or importance : minor |
| abide | to bear patiently : tolerate |
| underhand | in a clandestine manner |
| expunge | to strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion |
| grunt | to utter a grunt |
| blatant | noisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous |
| welter | writhe |
| ruffian | a brutal person : bully |
| canker | an erosive or spreading sore |
| blush | outward appearance : view |