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
impelto urge or drive forward or on by or as if by the exertion of strong moral pressure : force
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pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder
quaya structure built parallel to the bank of a waterway for use as a landing place
alludeto make indirect reference
hybridan offspring of two animals or plants of different subspecies, breeds, varieties, species, or genera
predetermineforeordain
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen
gibeto utter taunting words