GRE Word List

TENUOUS

having little substance or strength : flimsy

The meaning of the word tenuous is having little substance or strength : flimsy.

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WordMeaning
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
emendto correct usually by textual alterations
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
braga pompous or boastful statement
squabblea noisy altercation or quarrel usually over petty matters
flukeflatfish
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
gruela thin porridge
paradigmexample