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 |
|---|---|
| insightful | exhibiting or characterized by insight |
| advocate | one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal |
| quixotic | foolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals |
| refractory | resisting control or authority : stubborn |
| ostensible | intended for display : open to view |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| politic | political |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |