GRE Word List

ADAGE

a saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation

The meaning of the word adage is a saying often in metaphorical form that typically embodies a common observation.

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WordMeaning
scintillaspark
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty
bridlethe headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
ductilecapable of being drawn out (see draw