GRE Word List
SPECIOUS
having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic
The meaning of the word specious is having a false look of truth or genuineness : sophistic.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rent | property (such as a house) rented or for rent |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| quicksilver | mercury |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |