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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WordMeaning
platonicof, relating to, or characteristic of Plato or Platonism
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
recitala detailed account : enumeration
eddya current of water or air running contrary to the main current
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
darta light spear
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god