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 |
|---|---|
| exact | to call for forcibly or urgently and obtain |
| presume | to undertake without leave or clear justification : dare |
| antecede | precede |
| cacophonous | marked by cacophony : harsh-sounding |
| cistern | an artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater) |
| bombastic | marked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous |
| scheme | a plan or program of action |
| manumit | to release from slavery |
| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| replica | an exact reproduction (as of a painting) executed by the original artist |