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 |
|---|---|
| conservatory | a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants |
| phlegmatic | resembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm |
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| decorous | marked by propriety and good taste : correct |
| acerbity | the quality of being acerbic |
| broach | brooch |
| conscientious | meticulous |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
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| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |