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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bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
eulogya commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
legenda story coming down from the past
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes
malodoroushaving a bad odor
elevationthe height to which something is elevated: such as
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
effulgentradiant splendor : brilliance
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
invulnerableincapable of being wounded, injured, or harmed