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 |
|---|---|
| oblivion | the fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness |
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| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| functional | of, connected with, or being a function |
| weather | the state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness |
| hindmost | farthest to the rear : last |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |