GRE Word List
PROVERB
a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage
The meaning of the word proverb is a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| botch | an inflammatory sore |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| conscientious | meticulous |
| reprobation | the act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| advocacy | the act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate |
| amazon | a member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology |
| muse | to become absorbed in thought |