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
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
raptlifted up and carried away
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
laggardlagging or tending to lag : slow especially compared to others of the same kind
gorycovered with gore : bloodstained
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
raga waste piece of cloth
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering