The 370 GRE Words You Must Know: Passage 08
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A Tale of Illusions and Awakening In the opulent city of Veridion, there resided a wealthy dilettante named Percival. He wandered through life with a superficial interest in various pursuits, never fully immersing himself in any particular endeavor. His existence was but a dirge, a mournful lament of missed opportunities and unexplored depths. One fateful evening, as Percival attended an extravagant gala, he encountered a wise sage known for her ability to disabuse (dispel illusions) and help others perceive the truth. Intrigued by her reputation, Percival sought her counsel, hoping to lift the veil that shrouded his life in mediocrity. The sage, with discerning eyes that seemed to penetrate his very soul, gazed upon Percival and saw through the facade of his disinterested nature. She recognized the disparity (inconsistency) between his potential and his lackluster approach. With an air of dispassionate impartiality, the sage gently began to disparage (belittle) Percival's complacency…