Fictitious
mediumfik-TISH-us
adjective
Definition
Not real; imaginary or fabricated
Examples
“The novel is set in a fictitious country.”
“He used a fictitious name to avoid detection.”
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GRE Tip
Fictitious is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "fabricated" or "imaginary" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "factual".
Related GRE Words
fabricated
Invented or produced artificially; made up
whimsical
Playfully quaint or fanciful, especially in an appealing way
ephemeral
Lasting for a very short time; transitory
abate
To reduce in amount, degree, or intensity
benevolent
Well-meaning and kindly; generous and charitable
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly
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