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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amputate | to remove by or as if by cutting |
| masquerade | a social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes |
| goad | to incite or rouse as if with a goad (see goad |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| disaffected | discontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious |
| itinerant | traveling from place to place |
| sloth | disinclination to action or labor : indolence |
| figment | something made up or contrived |
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |