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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WordMeaning
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
vetoan authoritative prohibition : interdiction
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
waketo be or remain awake
climeclimate
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
efficacythe power to produce an effect