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

WordMeaning
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
wholesomepromoting health or well-being of mind or spirit
libidinoushaving or marked by lustful desires : lascivious
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
docketa brief written summary of a document : abstract
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
bulkmagnitude
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner