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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
| pervert | to cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt |
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| sere | being dried and withered |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| genre | a category of artistic, musical, or literary composition characterized by a particular style, form, or content |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| tenuous | having little substance or strength : flimsy |