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 |
|---|---|
| maleficent | working or productive of harm or evil : baleful |
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| ostracize | to exile by ostracism |
| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
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| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
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| farce | stuff |