GRE Word List

APLOMB

complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise

The meaning of the word aplomb is complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise.

Random words

WordMeaning
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
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feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
impuissanceweakness
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
latchto lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms
mauvea moderate purple, violet, or lilac color
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
militateto have weight or effect