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 |
|---|---|
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| pandemonium | a wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people) |
| recession | the act or action of receding : withdrawal |
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| distraught | agitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain |
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| coy | marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness |
| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |
| rustle | to make or cause a rustle |
| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |