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
bigota person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
stippleto engrave by means of dots and flicks
florescencea state or period of flourishing
oscillateto swing backward and forward like a pendulum
groovea long narrow channel or depression
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
incrustationa crust or hard coating
mandatoryrequired by a law or rule : obligatory