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 |
|---|---|
| mauve | a moderate purple, violet, or lilac color |
| inviolable | secure from violation or profanation |
| espouse | marry |
| fusion | the act or process of liquefying or rendering plastic by heat |
| redolent | exuding fragrance : aromatic |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| deign | to condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |