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
gastronomythe art or science of good eating
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
overseesurvey
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
incommodiousnot commodious : inconvenient
ferventvery hot : glowing
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose