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
plumba lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction
tremora trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease
homespunspun or made at home
mulctfine
complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
maroona dark red
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
choicethe act of choosing : selection
sensualrelating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly