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
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
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rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
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bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
plebeiana member of the Roman plebs
jovialcharacterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly
benisonblessing
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