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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| avantgarde | group of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard |
| compulsion | an act of compelling |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
| scintillate | to emit sparks : spark |
| sanguine | marked by eager hopefulness : confidently optimistic |
| annotate | to make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment |
| burlesque | a literary or dramatic work that seeks to ridicule by means of grotesque exaggeration or comic imitation |
| rational | having reason or understanding |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |