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 |
|---|---|
| festive | of, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival |
| abode | the place where one lives : home |
| patent | open to public inspection |
| litotes | understatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy") |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
| scad | any of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus) |
| representational | one that represents: such as |
| dire | exciting horror |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |