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

WordMeaning
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
reprisala retaliatory act
haltingmarked by a lack of sureness or effectiveness
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
discordlack of agreement or harmony (as between persons, things, or ideas)
purportedreputed