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
contingentdependent on or conditioned by something else
runicany of the characters of any of several alphabets used by the Germanic peoples from about the 3rd to the 13th centuries
festiveof, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
beatificof, possessing, or imparting beatitude
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
anthema song or hymn of praise or gladness
uprightperpendicular
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages