GRE Word List
CEREMONIOUS
marked by formality; extremely formal and polite; CF. ceremony: conventional social courtesy
The meaning of the word ceremonious is marked by formality; extremely formal and polite; CF. ceremony: conventional social courtesy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peremptory | demanding and leaving no choice; imperative; Ex. peremptory decree/knock |
| synoptic | providing a general overview; summary; N. synopsis |
| indisputable | too certain to be disputed; beyond doubt |
| reprieve | postponement or cancelation of a punishment; temporary stay; V: postpone or cancel the punishment of |
| daze | stun as with a blow or shock; bemuse; benumb; N. |
| intangible | not able to be perceived by touch; vague |
| studious | given to diligent study |
| zenith | point directly overhead in the sky; summit; acme; highest point |
| somber | dark; gloomy; melancholy; depressing; CF. shadow |
| irascible | irritable; easily angered |