GRE Word List

SOPHIST

philosopher

The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.

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polygamistmarriage in which a spouse of either sex may have more than one mate at the same time compare polyandry
surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
convictionthe act or process of finding a person guilty of a crime especially in a court of law
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
abortiveprematurely born
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
memorializeto address or petition by a memorial