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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dissimulate | to hide under a false appearance |
cubicle | a sleeping compartment partitioned off from a large room |
verity | the quality or state of being true or real |
beneficial | producing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit |
deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |
banal | lacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite |
tempestuous | of, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent |
plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |