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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edifyto instruct and improve especially in moral and religious knowledge : uplift
dioramaa scenic representation in which a partly translucent painting is seen from a distance through an opening
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
edicta proclamation having the force of law
gerontocracyrule by elders
malignevil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious
apothecaryone who prepares and sells drugs or compounds for medicinal purposes
groovea long narrow channel or depression
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to
idyllicpleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity