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 |
|---|---|
| monastic | of or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns |
| thesis | a dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| naivete | a naive remark or action |
| ductile | capable of being drawn out (see draw |
| frenzied | feeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance |
| ecclesiastic | ecclesiastical |
| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| conclave | a private meeting or secret assembly |