GRE Word List

ALLEGORY

the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence

The meaning of the word allegory is the expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence.

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WordMeaning
antidotea remedy to counteract the effects of poison
congealto change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold
jostleto come in contact or into collision
incredulousunwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
ambleto go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter
lethalof, relating to, or causing death
meandera winding path or course
fulminateto utter or send out with denunciation
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk