GRE Word List

MALAPROPISM

the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase

The meaning of the word malapropism is the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase.

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WordMeaning
resoundto become filled with sound : reverberate
facadethe front of a building
bemusedmarked by confusion or bewilderment : dazed
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
obtusenot pointed or acute : blunt
battaliona considerable body of troops organized to act together : army
vendorone that vends : seller
mantlea loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
alimentaryof or relating to nourishment or nutrition