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 |
|---|---|
| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |
| strew | to spread by scattering |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| regent | a person who governs a kingdom in the minority, absence, or disability of the sovereign |
| loom | a frame or machine for interlacing (see interlace |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| rapport | a friendly, harmonious relationship |
| bifurcated | divided into two branches or parts |