GRE Word List
SPURIOUS
born to parents not married to each other
The meaning of the word spurious is born to parents not married to each other.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| stultify | to have a dulling or inhibiting effect on |
| taxonomist | the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics |
| privation | an act or instance of depriving : deprivation |
| ensue | to strive to attain : pursue |
| absolute | free from imperfection : perfect |
| stoke | to poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| guileless | innocent |
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |