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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| affinity | relationship by marriage |
| conceit | favorable opinion |
| haunt | to visit often : frequent |
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| doddering | feeble |
| apotheosis | the perfect form or example of something : quintessence |
| taper | to become progressively smaller toward one end |
| blandishment | something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement |