GRE Word List

ALLITERATION

the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)

The meaning of the word alliteration is the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs).

Random words

WordMeaning
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
velocityquickness of motion : speed
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
cemeterya burial ground
grumbleto mutter in discontent
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body
quislingtraitor
drudgerydull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor
derelictionan intentional abandonment
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light