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GRE Word of the Day

Dis­sem­ble

[dis-SEHM-buhl]

Dissemble meaning
Hint 1.

Think of the word resemble - what do you think the root semble means?

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

The French verb sembler means “to appear.” (& The Latin root dis connotes a “negative” or “reversing force.”)

Which is the best definition of dissemble

A.

To scam people out of money or other possessions


B.

To conceal one’s true intentions behind a false guise


C.

To pretend to be enjoying oneself when miserable


D.

To consume excessive amounts of food or alcohol


Hint 1.

Think of the word resemble - what do you think the root semble means?

Hint 2. Sentence to give context:

The French verb sembler means “to appear.” (& The Latin root dis connotes a “negative” or “reversing force.”)

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