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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| condign | deserved |
| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| surpass | to become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed |
| tender | marked by, responding to, or expressing the softer emotions : fond |
| throes | pang |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| resign | relegate |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |