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
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
suturea strand or fiber used to sew parts of the living body
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
satesatisfy to the full; satisfy to excess; cloy
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
matriculateto enroll as a member of a body and especially of a college or university
incontinentnot continent: such as
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy