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
sacrosanctmost sacred or holy : inviolable
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred
seasonablesuitable to the season or circumstances : timely
chorusa company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action
blanchto take the color out of
resonantcontinuing to sound : echoing
libela written statement in which a plaintiff in certain courts sets forth the cause of action or the relief sought
hegemonypreponderant influence or authority over others : domination
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle