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
precludeto make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
infestto spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner
edicta proclamation having the force of law
selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
marrowbone marrow
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory