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
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
beguilehoodwink
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
superannuatedoutmoded
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
hideousoffensive to the senses and especially to sight : exceedingly ugly
importuneto press or urge with troublesome persistence
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame