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

WordMeaning
lingerto be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
foppishfoolish
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground
dermatologista branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases
foregoto go before : precede
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
throttleto compress the throat of : choke