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 |
|---|---|
| buccaneer | any of the freebooters preying on Spanish ships and settlements especially in 17th century West Indies |
| cavalcade | a procession (see procession |
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| incongruity | the quality or state of being incongruous |
| sentimental | marked or governed by feeling, sensibility, or emotional idealism |
| cantata | a composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment |
| exemplary | deserving imitation : commendable |
| prodigious | causing amazement or wonder |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |