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
gargantuantremendous in size, volume, or degree : gigantic
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scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth
figmentsomething made up or contrived
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
nomadicof, relating to, or characteristic of nomads
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage