GRE Word List
OVERBLOWN
past the prime of bloom
The meaning of the word overblown is past the prime of bloom.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tempo | the rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking |
| dialectical | of, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| maroon | a dark red |
| tertiary | of third rank, importance, or value |
| fuddle | booze |
| untenable | not able to be defended |
| overthrow | overturn |
| accolade | a mark of acknowledgment : award |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |