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
defeatistan attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
banka mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
perturbto cause to be worried or upset : disquiet
shama trick that deludes : hoax