GRE Word List
SAGE
one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
The meaning of the word sage is one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inaugurate | to induct into an office with suitable ceremonies |
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| deprecate | to express disapproval of |
| mincing | affectedly dainty or delicate |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| jetsam | the part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| pucker | to become wrinkled or constricted |
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| pathos | an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion |