GRE Word List

SHAM

a trick that deludes : hoax

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

Random words

WordMeaning
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
plethoraan ample amount or number : abundance
sheatheto put into or furnish with a sheath
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
infantileof or relating to infants or infancy
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn