GRE Word List

SOLECISM

an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence

The meaning of the word solecism is an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence.

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WordMeaning
flayto strip off the skin or surface of : skin
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
invalidateto make invalid
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object