tendentious
/tɛnˈdɛnʃəs/
Group 7Difficulty 3/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Expressing or intending to promote a particular cause or point of view; biased GRE
Example in Context
The report was criticized as tendentious, with opponents arguing it cherry-picked data to support predetermined conclusions.
Synonyms
biasedpartisanone-sided
Etymology
Stretching ideas to promote a particular viewpoint.
- tendere (Latin) — to stretch
Memory Aid
🦷Sounds like “tend dentist”
A TENDENTIOUS dentist stretching out the truth, saying, 'Flossing is the key to world peace!'
Visual Association
📣A dentist passionately giving a speech, holding a giant toothbrush as if it's a microphone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “tendentious” mean on the GRE?
tendentious (adjective) means “Expressing or intending to promote a particular cause or point of view; biased”. The report was criticized as tendentious, with opponents arguing it cherry-picked data to support predetermined conclusions.
How to remember “tendentious” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “tendentious” sounds like “tend dentist”. A TENDENTIOUS dentist stretching out the truth, saying, 'Flossing is the key to world peace!'
What are synonyms for “tendentious”?
Common synonyms: biased, partisan, one-sided.