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 |
|---|---|
| martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| subsequent | following in time, order, or place |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| misanthrope | a person who hates or distrusts humankind |
| compulsion | an act of compelling |
| extrude | to force, press, or push out |
| debutante | one making a debut (see debut |
| deference | respect and esteem due a superior or an elder |