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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| Word | Meaning |
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| elysium | the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology |
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| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
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| dolt | a stupid person |
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| attest | to affirm to be true or genuine |