GRE Word List

SOPHIST

philosopher

The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.

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apothegma short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
mutabilityprone to change : inconstant
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
cullto select from a group : choose
sinewyfull of sinews: such as
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence