GRE Word List
SOLEMNITY
formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event
The meaning of the word solemnity is formal or ceremonious observance of an occasion or event.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| appellation | an identifying name or title : designation |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| hypochondriac | hypochondriacal |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| addendum | a thing added : addition |
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| pell-mell | in mingled confusion or disorder |
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