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 |
|---|---|
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| magistrate | an official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |
| foolhardy | foolishly adventurous and bold : rash |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |
| legerdemain | sleight of hand |
| attentive | mindful |
| objective | expressing or dealing with facts or conditions as perceived without distortion by personal feelings, prejudices, or interpretations |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |