GRE Word List
PREVARICATE
to deviate from the truth : equivocate
The meaning of the word prevaricate is to deviate from the truth : equivocate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| devoid | being without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| tutelage | instruction especially of an individual |
| censure | a judgment involving condemnation |
| gauche | lacking social experience or grace |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |