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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disportsport
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quirkan abrupt twist or curve
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indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
choiran organized company of singers (as in a church service)
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amalgamateto unite in or as if in an amalgam