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 |
|---|---|
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| contagion | a contagious disease |
| exhilarating | causing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling |
| succulent | full of juice : juicy |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| nuance | a subtle distinction or variation |
| reprise | a musical repetition: |
| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| clandestine | marked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious |