GRE Word List
SHAM
a trick that deludes : hoax
The meaning of the word sham is a trick that deludes : hoax.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gratify | to be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to |
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| betoken | to typify beforehand : presage |
| comely | pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| affiliation | the state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc. |
| pillage | the act of looting or plundering especially in war |
| hardy | bold |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |