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
expoundto set forth : state
burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards
typhoona hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea
complaisantmarked by an inclination to please or oblige
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
acutecharacterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset
contortionsto twist in a violent manner