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 |
|---|---|
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| apprise | to give notice to : tell |
| swagger | to conduct oneself in an arrogant or superciliously pompous manner |
| adjutant | a staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence |
| cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
| dynamic | marked by usually continuous and productive activity or change |
| lewd | obscene |
| pugilist | fighter |
| solvent | able to pay all legal debts |