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 |
|---|---|
| feature | the structure, form, or appearance especially of a person |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| propagate | to cause to continue or increase by sexual or asexual reproduction |
| filth | foul or putrid matter |
| cardinal | a high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college |
| anachronism | an error in chronology |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |
| drivel | nonsense |