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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eclecticcomposed of elements drawn from various sources
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worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
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