GRE Word List

SHAM

a trick that deludes : hoax

The meaning of the word sham is a trick that deludes : hoax.

Random words

WordMeaning
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
whima capricious or eccentric and often sudden idea or turn of the mind : fancy
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
mischancebad luck
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
prosodythe study of versification
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
pinionthe terminal section of a bird's wing including the carpus, metacarpus, and phalanges
amassto collect for oneself : accumulate