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
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
orificean opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
riftfissure
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
impingeencroach