GRE Word List

BOMBASTIC

marked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous

The meaning of the word bombastic is marked 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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WordMeaning
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
flirtto move erratically : flit
repineto feel or express dejection or discontent : complain
effusionan act of effusing
vacuousemptied of or lacking content
incoherentlacking coherence: such as
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk