GRE Word List

SOPHIST

philosopher

The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.

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gentilitythe condition of belonging to the gentry
indicativeserving to indicate
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fabricateinvent
jaundicedaffected with or as if with jaundice
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
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