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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precocious | exceptionally early in development or occurrence |
| fancier | one that has a special liking or interest |
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| lode | waterway |
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| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| hinterlands | a region lying inland from a coast |
| equity | justice according to natural law or right |
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| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |