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 |
|---|---|
| lunatic | affected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane |
| tract | a system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| cordial | showing or marked by warm and often hearty friendliness, favor, or approval |
| oracular | resembling an oracle (as in solemnity of delivery) |
| sheaf | a quantity of the stalks and ears of a cereal grass or sometimes other plant material bound together |
| sow | an adult female swine |
| subside | to sink or fall to the bottom : settle |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |