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
induceto move by persuasion or influence
problematicposing a problem : difficult to solve or decide
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
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dilemmaa usually undesirable or unpleasant choice
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
urbanenotably polite or polished in manner
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern
haggardnot tamed