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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| jaunty | sprightly in manner or appearance : lively |
| seethe | to suffer violent internal excitement |
| figurine | a small carved or molded figure : statuette |
| compendium | a brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract |
| maudlin | drunk enough to be emotionally silly |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| delusion | something that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |