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
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
sanctimonioushypocritically pious or devout
trothloyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
politicpolitical
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety