GRE Word List

SOPHIST

philosopher

The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.

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WordMeaning
gesticulationthe act of making gestures
hurlrush
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
archaeologythe scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
icona person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere
excerpta passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract