GRE Word List
HERMITAGE
the habitation of a hermit
The meaning of the word hermitage is the habitation of a hermit.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| grandiose | characterized by affectation of grandeur or splendor or by absurd exaggeration |
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| expound | to set forth : state |
| garrulous | given to prosy, rambling, or tedious loquacity : pointlessly or annoyingly talkative |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| defray | to provide for the payment of : pay |
| linguistic | of or relating to language or linguistics |
| functional | of, connected with, or being a function |
| pucker | to become wrinkled or constricted |
| malleable | capable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers |