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 |
|---|---|
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| fortuitous | occurring by chance |
| heed | to pay attention |
| arable | fit for or used for the growing of crops |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| cosmic | of or relating to the cosmos, the extraterrestrial vastness, or the universe in contrast to the earth alone |
| inanimate | not animate: |
| recant | to withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce |
| sodden | dull or expressionless especially from continued indulgence in alcoholic beverages |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |