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
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
attireto put garments on : dress
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something
conventionalformed by agreement or compact
helma lever or wheel controlling the rudder of a ship for steering
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
embargoan order of a government prohibiting the departure of commercial ships from its ports
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem