GRE Word List
SENTENTIOUS
given to or abounding in aphoristic expression
The meaning of the word sententious is given to or abounding in aphoristic expression.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| occult | to shut off from view or exposure : cover |
| trident | a 3-pronged spear serving in classical mythology as the attribute of a sea god (such as Neptune) |
| cringe | to recoil in distaste |
| extrinsic | not forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| illusion | a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion |
| colossal | of, relating to, or resembling a colossus |
| savant | a person of learning |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| pretext | a purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs |