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
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
dumbfoundto confound (see confound
precipitantprecipitate
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
attentivemindful
carata unit of fineness for gold equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ part of pure gold in an alloy
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain