GRE Word List
SOPHOMORIC
conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
The meaning of the word sophomoric is conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature.
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| trenchant | keen |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
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| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| consensus | general agreement : unanimity |
| foil | to prevent from attaining an end : defeat |
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