GRE Word List
SHAM
a trick that deludes : hoax
The meaning of the word sham is a trick that deludes : hoax.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |
| atheistic | a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism |
| elicit | to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response) |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| mores | the fixed morally binding customs of a particular group |
| scrupulous | having moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper |
| annihilate | to cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains |
| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |
| jocular | said or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |