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
elysianof or relating to Elysium
curfewthe sounding of a bell at evening
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
plaitpleat
indecisivemarked by or prone to indecision : irresolute
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption