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
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
virilehaving traditionally masculine traits especially to a marked degree
unfeignednot feigned or hypocritical : genuine
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle
quizzicalcomically quaint
labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
ossifyto change into bone
eroticof, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire
tribunala court or forum of justice
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess