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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WordMeaning
monasticof or relating to monasteries or to monks or nuns
coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
recurrentrunning or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
obesehaving excessive body fat
pedagogythe art, science, or profession of teaching
militiaa part of the organized armed forces of a country liable to call only in emergency
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
ravenousrapacious