GRE Word List

OVERBLOWN

past the prime of bloom

The meaning of the word overblown is past the prime of bloom.

Random words

WordMeaning
reprehensibleworthy of or deserving reprehension : culpable
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
prosperousauspicious
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
reclusemarked by withdrawal from society : solitary
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
fulcrumprop
inhibitto prohibit from doing something
palatableagreeable to the palate or taste