GRE Word List

SUBTERFUGE

deception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade

The meaning of the word subterfuge is deception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade.

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WordMeaning
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
waneto decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental