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 |
|---|---|
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |
| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
| self-indulgence | excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own appetites, desires, or whims |
| parlance | speech |
| meddlesome | given to meddling |
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| discordant | being at variance : disagreeing |
| depreciate | to lower in honor or esteem |