GRE Word List

SHAM

a trick that deludes : hoax

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

Random words

WordMeaning
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
gambolto skip about in play : frisk
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
apexthe uppermost point : vertex
swillwash
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers