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
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
provincialthe superior of a province of a Roman Catholic religious order
tiradea protracted speech usually marked by intemperate, vituperative, or harshly censorious language
perimeterthe boundary of a closed plane figure
parablea usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle
aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
ascertainto find out or learn with certainty
imperturbablemarked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness : serene