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 |
|---|---|
| theoretical | existing only in theory : hypothetical |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| peruse | to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study |
| thematic | of, relating to, or constituting a theme |
| opprobrium | something that brings disgrace |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| immolate | to kill or destroy especially by fire |
| debase | to lower in status, esteem, quality, or character |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| rarefied | being less dense |