GRE Word List
MANNERISM
exaggerated or affected (see affected
The meaning of the word mannerism is exaggerated or affected (see affected.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| parable | a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle |
| advert | to turn the mind or attention |
| denounce | to pronounce especially publicly to be blameworthy or evil |
| whimsical | resulting from or characterized by whim or caprice |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| pander | to act as a pander |
| regatta | a rowing, speedboat, or sailing race or a series of such races |
| approbation | commendation |
| promote | to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise |