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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steeplofty
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
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retainto keep in possession or use
tendentiousmarked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of view : biased
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
ejaculationan act of ejaculating
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
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