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
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce
defalcatededuct
fervorintensity of feeling or expression
regimena systematic plan (as of diet, therapy, or medication) especially when designed to improve and maintain the health of a patient
remissnegligent in the performance of work or duty : careless
tarnishto dull or destroy the luster of by or as if by air, dust, or dirt : soil
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
deploreto feel or express grief for