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
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
tremulouscharacterized by or affected with trembling or tremors
solemnityformal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
dysenterya disease characterized by severe diarrhea with passage of mucus and blood and usually caused by infection
perpetuateto make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely