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
proprietythe quality or state of being proper or suitable : appropriateness
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
collaborateto work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
bullya blustering, browbeating person
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
notcha V-shaped indentation
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice