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 |
|---|---|
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| swindler | to obtain money or property by fraud or deceit |
| attire | to put garments on : dress |
| recrimination | a retaliatory accusation |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| conflagration | fire |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| intelligentsia | intellectuals who form an artistic, social, or political vanguard or elite |