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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| philanderer | a man who has sexual relations with many women |
| encumber | weigh down |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| respite | a period of temporary delay |
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