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 |
|---|---|
| preponderance | a superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength |
| astral | of, relating to, or coming from the stars |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| adherent | one who adheres to something: such as |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| neologism | a new word, usage, or expression |
| elliptical | of, relating to, or shaped like an ellipse |