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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cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief
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stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
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elysianof or relating to Elysium
eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community