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 |
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| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| mandatory | required by a law or rule : obligatory |
| existential | of, relating to, or affirming existence |
| incubate | to sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body |
| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| stoic | a member of a school of philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium about 300 b.c. |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| reiterate | to state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes with wearying effect |
| conservatory | a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants |
| manipulate | to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner |