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
malefactorone who commits an offense against the law
solicitto make petition to : entreat
credulityreadiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
facileeasily accomplished or attained
uninhibitedfree from inhibition
overbearingtending to overwhelm : overpowering
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
euphoriaa feeling of well-being or elation
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade