GRE Word List

EGOTISM

excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun

The meaning of the word egotism is excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun.

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WordMeaning
prurientmarked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
blunthaving an edge or point that is not sharp
tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
sledgesledgehammer
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
etherealof or relating to the regions beyond the earth
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
asperityroughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger