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 |
|---|---|
| secrete | to form and give off (a secretion) |
| privy | private |
| waggish | resembling or characteristic of a wag |
| occult | to shut off from view or exposure : cover |
| debutante | one making a debut (see debut |
| entail | to impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result |
| ceremonious | devoted to forms and ceremony |
| simper | to smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |