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 |
|---|---|
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| philanderer | a man who has sexual relations with many women |
| somber | so shaded as to be dark and gloomy |
| retort | to pay or hurl back : return |
| recital | a detailed account : enumeration |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| legerdemain | sleight of hand |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |