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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |
| auxiliary | offering or providing help |
| circumlocution | the use of an unnecessarily large number of words to express an idea |
| indelible | that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased |
| don | to put on (an article of clothing) |
| anthem | a song or hymn of praise or gladness |
| exemplify | to show or illustrate by example |
| gavel | rent or tribute in medieval England |
| bullion | gold or silver considered as so much metal |