GRE Confusing Words Practice
factitious / fækˈtɪʃəs /facetious / fəˈsi ʃəs /
1
The rally's ____ enthusiasm came from paid actors instructed to cheer, rather than from genuine public support.
2
His ____ suggestion that they solve the budget crisis by printing money was an ill-timed joke during a serious meeting.
3
True ____ patients are those who consciously feign physical or psychological symptoms to assume the role of a patient because they desire attention, sympathy, and caring.
4
Don't be ____. I'm asking you a serious question.
5
It seems probable that several of the mounds are ____, built by people rather than formed naturally.
6
The merchants created a ____ demand by spreading rumors of a shortage.
7
She was being ____ when she said, "Oh, great! Another three-hour meeting. Just what I needed."