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 |
|---|---|
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| pose | to set forth or offer for attention or consideration |
| allege | to assert without proof or before proving |
| forerunner | one that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as |
| thespian | actor |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| migrant | one that migrates: such as |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |