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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WordMeaning
pummelpound
moltto shed hair, feathers, shell, horns, or an outer layer periodically
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
anestheticof, relating to, or capable of producing anesthesia
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
filthfoul or putrid matter
reaperone that reaps
studiedcarefully considered or prepared : thoughtful
diversediffering from one another : unlike
stereotypeto make a stereotype from