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
gastronomythe art or science of good eating
horticulturalthe science and art of growing fruits, vegetables, flowers, or ornamental plants
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
conducivetending to promote or assist
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
nirvanathe final beatitude (see beatitude
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
dilapidateddecayed, deteriorated, or fallen into partial ruin especially through neglect or misuse
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits