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.
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| extirpate | to destroy completely : wipe out |
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| agenda | a list or outline of things to be considered or done |
| dinghy | a small boat carried on or towed behind a larger boat as a tender or a lifeboat |
| dilatory | tending or intended to cause delay |
| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
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