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.

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WordMeaning
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
seasona time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
misnomerthe misnaming of a person in a legal instrument
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
graphicof or relating to the pictorial arts
leveea reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed
conveneto come together in a body
impietythe quality or state of being impious : irreverence
untowarddifficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly