GRE Word List

SOPHIST

philosopher

The meaning of the word sophist is philosopher.

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zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
longevitya long duration of individual life
unassumingnot assuming : modest
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
grumbleto mutter in discontent
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
callowlacking adult sophistication : immature
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
recitala detailed account : enumeration