GRE Word List
MISNOMER
the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
The meaning of the word misnomer is the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| paean | a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph |
| ambulatory | able to walk about and not bedridden |
| reaper | one that reaps |
| consanguinity | the quality or state of being consanguineous |
| filing | an act or instance of using a file |
| cantankerous | difficult or irritating to deal with |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| hue_and_cry | outcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule |
| disingenuous | lacking in candor |