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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| apothegm | a short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |
| pseudonym | a fictitious name |
| veritable | being in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| sloth | disinclination to action or labor : indolence |
| impertinent | given to or characterized by insolent rudeness |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| cogent | appealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing |