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 |
|---|---|
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| teetotalism | the principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks |
| flinch | to withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince |
| gall | brazen boldness coupled with impudent assurance and insolence |
| threat | an expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage |
| plumb | a lead weight attached to a line and used to indicate a vertical direction |
| sylvan | one that frequents groves or woods |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| stately | marked by lofty or imposing dignity |
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |