GRE Word List
BOMBAST
pretentious inflated speech or writing
The meaning of the word bombast is pretentious inflated speech or writing.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| unsavory | insipid |
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| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| jaded | fatigued by overwork : exhausted |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
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