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.

Random words

WordMeaning
prefatoryof, relating to, or constituting a preface
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
credentialwarranting credit or confidence
superannuatedoutmoded
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
advocateone who defends or maintains a cause or proposal
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate