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
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
trekto make one's way arduously
adulterateto corrupt, debase, or make impure by the addition of a foreign or inferior substance or element
spoilsportone who spoils the sport or pleasure of others
misadventuremisfortune
uprightperpendicular
meticulousmarked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details
immaculatespotlessly clean
bearingthe manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear