GRE Word List

HUBRIS

exaggerated pride or self-confidence

The meaning of the word hubris is exaggerated pride or self-confidence.

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WordMeaning
fictitiousof, relating to, or characteristic of fiction : imaginary
pretentiouscharacterized by pretension: such as
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
unwarrantedlacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified
mysticmystical
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
relegateto send into exile : banish
quicksilvermercury