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
foreshadowto represent, indicate, or typify beforehand : prefigure
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
saturateto satisfy fully : satiate
turgidexcessively embellished in style or language : bombastic
lopean easy natural gait of a horse resembling a canter
diffidencethe quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
urchinhedgehog