GRE Word List

MALAPROPOS

in an inappropriate or inopportune way

The meaning of the word malapropos is in an inappropriate or inopportune way.

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WordMeaning
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
malapropismthe usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
cullto select from a group : choose
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
judicioushaving, exercising, or characterized by sound judgment