GRE Word List
VERBIAGE
pompous array of words; too many unnecessary words; wordiness
The meaning of the word verbiage is pompous array of words; too many unnecessary words; wordiness.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| presumptuous | going beyond what is right; excessively forward; arrogant; taking liberties |
| imposture | assuming a false identity; masquerade; CF. impostor |
| demotic | of or pertaining to the people |
| irrepressible | unable to be restrained or held back; impossible to hold back |
| frugality | thrift; economy; ADJ. frugal: practicing economy; costing little; inexpensive |
| threadbare | worn through till the threads show; shabby and poor; hackneyed; Ex. threadbare excuses |
| catapult | slingshot; hurling machine; V: fire from catapult |
| prate | talk idly; speak foolishly; boast idly |
| mortar | vessel in which substances are crushed with a pestle |
| fortitude | bravery; courage; strength of mind |