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 |
|---|---|
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| throng | a multitude of assembled persons |
| misogamy | a hatred of marriage |
| monotony | tedious sameness |
| apolitical | having no interest or involvement in political affairs |
| conduit | a natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed |
| fuddle | booze |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |