GRE Word List

OVERBLOWN

past the prime of bloom

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

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WordMeaning
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority
dankunpleasantly moist or wet
ursineof or relating to a bear or the bear family (Ursidae)
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
abusiveusing harsh, insulting language
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
bitterbeing, inducing, or marked by the one of the five basic taste sensations that is peculiarly acrid, astringent, and often disagreeable and characteristic of citrus peels, unsweetened cocoa, black coffee, mature leafy greens (such as kale or mustard), or ale
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
hiatusa break in or as if in a material object : gap