GRE Word List

BOMBAST

pretentious inflated speech or writing

The meaning of the word bombast is pretentious inflated speech or writing.

Random words

WordMeaning
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
self-indulgenceexcessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims
parlancespeech
meddlesomegiven to meddling
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
assailto attack violently : assault
discordantbeing at variance : disagreeing
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem