GRE Word List

GRANDIOSE

characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration

The meaning of the word grandiose is characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration.

Random words

WordMeaning
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
parsimonythe quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift
facadethe front of a building
amityfriendship
harrowingacutely distressing or painful
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
derivationthe formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
martineta strict disciplinarian
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as