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 |
|---|---|
| finite | having definite or definable limits |
| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |
| artless | lacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured |
| artisan | a worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson |
| somnolent | of a kind likely to induce sleep |
| prevalent | generally or widely accepted, practiced, or favored : widespread |
| alimony | an allowance made to one spouse by the other for support pending or after legal separation or divorce |
| beware | to be on one's guard |