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
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
abideto bear patiently : tolerate
underhandin a clandestine manner
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
gruntto utter a grunt
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
welterwrithe
ruffiana brutal person : bully
cankeran erosive or spreading sore
blushoutward appearance : view