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
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
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conventionalformed by agreement or compact
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
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prosperto succeed in an enterprise or activity
boorpeasant
partisana firm adherent to a party, faction, cause, or person
violatebreak