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
discordantbeing at variance : disagreeing
ancillarysubordinate
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
synchronoushappening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time
cascadea steep usually small fall of water
ripto tear or split apart or open
carpingmarked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
waiveto relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for