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 |
|---|---|
| gross | glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness |
| gargantuan | tremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| behemoth | a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God |
| interjection | an ejaculatory utterance usually lacking grammatical connection: such as |
| renovate | to restore to a former better state (as by cleaning, repairing, or rebuilding) |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| sow | an adult female swine |
| stodgy | having a rich filling quality : heavy |
| deducible | to determine by reasoning or deduction |