GRE Word List
SOPHIST
philosopher
The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| apothegm | a short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| mutability | prone to change : inconstant |
| disband | to break up the organization of : dissolve |
| baroque | of, 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 |
| barefaced | having the face uncovered: |
| diversion | the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation |
| cull | to select from a group : choose |
| sinewy | full of sinews: such as |
| effrontery | shameless boldness : insolence |