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
nauseateto become affected with nausea
travestya debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation
aromaticof, relating to, or having aroma:
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
torpedoa weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as
sybaritevoluptuary
tortuousmarked by repeated twists, bends, or turns : winding
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
retrenchcut down
utopiaa place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions