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
dilettantea person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler
peddleto travel about with wares for sale
vitriolicbitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism
sciondescendant
podiatristthe medical care and treatment of the human foot
doctrinairestubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations
tyroa beginner in learning : novice
exemplifyto show or illustrate by example
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
warblea melodious succession of low pleasing sounds