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 |
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| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
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| virulent | marked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course |
| adjoin | to add or attach by joining |
| halcyon | characterized by happiness, great success, and prosperity : golden |
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| inhibited | to prohibit from doing something |
| compunction | anxiety arising from awareness of guilt |
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