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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WordMeaning
libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
uncannyseeming to have a supernatural character or origin : eerie
impecunioushaving very little or no money usually habitually : penniless
finishedentirely done
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
abdicateto renounce a throne, high office, dignity, or function
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
swathea band used in swathing