GRE Word List

VAINGLORIOUS

marked by vainglory : boastful

The meaning of the word vainglorious is marked by vainglory : boastful.

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pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
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haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
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