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 |
|---|---|
| dispense | to divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions |
| quicksilver | mercury |
| naivete | a naive remark or action |
| dissension | disagreement |
| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
| fauna | animal life |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| homogeneous | of the same or a similar kind or nature |
| buffet | a blow especially with the hand |
| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |