GRE Word List
ANALOGY
a comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
The meaning of the word analogy is a comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| annex | to attach as a quality, consequence, or condition |
| foster | having, relating to, or being the relationship between a foster parent and the child who the foster parent cares for |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| decapitate | to cut off the head of : behead |
| encumber | weigh down |
| cite | to call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court) |
| grotto | cave |
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| favoritism | the showing of special favor : partiality |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |