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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WordMeaning
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
paeana joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
fallibleliable to be erroneous
lumberto move ponderously
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
rubblebroken fragments (as of rock) resulting from the decay or destruction of a building
beelinea straight direct course
brittleeasily broken, cracked, or snapped