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
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
sanctuarya consecrated place: such as
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
ariaair
hardybold
pachydermany of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose