GRE Word List
PURPORT
to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
The meaning of the word purport is to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| degradation | the act or process of degrading |
| idiosyncrasy | a peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality |
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| aseptic | preventing infection |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |
| paste | a dough that contains a considerable proportion of fat and is used for pastry crust or fancy rolls |
| collage | an artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |