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
prevaricateto deviate from the truth : equivocate
corpusclea minute particle
opticiana maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
hubbubnoise
aptitudeinclination
viseany of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam
grossglaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness