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
endearto cause to become beloved or admired
depredationto lay waste : plunder
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
gnomemaxim
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
florescencea state or period of flourishing
calorificcaloric
warrantya real covenant binding the grantor of an estate and the grantor's heirs to warrant and defend the title
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
intimatemarked by a warm friendship developing through long association