GRE Word List
GRANDIOSE
characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration
The meaning of the word grandiose is characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| curator | a person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits |
| optimum | the amount or degree of something that is most favorable to some end |
| distant | separated in space : away |
| cohesion | the act or state of sticking together tightly |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| heedless | not taking heed : inconsiderate |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| aureole | a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage |
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |