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 |
|---|---|
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |
| stipple | to engrave by means of dots and flicks |
| pliant | pliable |
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| hieroglyphic | written in, constituting, or belonging to a system of writing mainly in pictorial characters |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |
| celerity | rapidity of motion or action |
| ardor | an often restless or transitory warmth of feeling |
| portly | dignified |
| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |