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
outlawa person excluded from the benefit or protection of the law
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
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illusivebased on or producing illusion : illusory
ceremoniousdevoted to forms and ceremony
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
caninea conical pointed tooth
demurto take exception : object
exacerbateto make more violent, bitter, or severe
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