GRE Word List
SEMBLANCE
outward and often specious appearance or show : form
The meaning of the word semblance is outward and often specious appearance or show : form.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| substantiate | to give substance or form to : embody |
| exigency | that which is required in a particular situation |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| retard | to delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment |
| scholarly | of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned |
| plaster | a medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance |
| absolve | to set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt |
| snip | a small piece that is snipped off |
