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 |
|---|---|
| abash | to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert |
| unassuaged | not quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged |
| nova | a star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| offensive | making attack : aggressive |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| audacious | intrepidly daring : adventurous |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |