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

WordMeaning
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
blemishto spoil by a flaw
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
fanciedimagined or believed to be true or real
bungleto act or work clumsily and awkwardly
enthrallto hold spellbound : charm
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)