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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WordMeaning
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
monochromea painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
paleontologya science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
loiterto delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle
retrenchcut down
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary