GRE Word List
TURGID
excessively embellished in style or language : bombastic
The meaning of the word turgid is excessively embellished in style or language : bombastic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| sublime | to cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form |
| steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
| allegiance | the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord |
| kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
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