GRE Word List

GRANDEUR

the quality or state of being grand : magnificence

The meaning of the word grandeur is the quality or state of being grand : magnificence.

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WordMeaning
anthologya collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
propellantcapable of propelling
anointto smear or rub with oil or an oily substance
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
consignto give over to another's care
cosmicof or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
terrestrialof or relating to the earth or its inhabitants