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 |
|---|---|
| slick | having a smooth surface : slippery |
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |
| potent | having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| adjunct | something joined or added to another thing but not essentially a part of it |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| duplicity | contradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action |
| aghast | struck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset |
| reputed | having a good repute : reputable |