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 |
|---|---|
| supplicate | to make a humble entreaty |
| prologue | the preface or introduction to a literary work |
| vile | morally despicable or abhorrent |
| concerted | mutually contrived or agreed on |
| raconteur | a person who excels in telling anecdotes |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| disfigure | to impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| salacious | arousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |