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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| meager | having little flesh : thin |
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| scraps | fragments of discarded or leftover food |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |
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