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

WordMeaning
galaxymilky way galaxy
kleptomaniaca person evidencing kleptomania
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
topographythe art or practice of graphic delineation in detail usually on maps or charts of natural and man-made features of a place or region especially in a way to show their relative positions and elevations
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
climacticof, relating to, or constituting a climax
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
throttleto compress the throat of : choke