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).

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WordMeaning
tutelageinstruction especially of an individual
pendantsomething suspended: such as
nurturetraining
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
swear-wordword considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody''
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate