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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| superfluous | exceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| nocturnal | of, relating to, or occurring in the night |
| beatitude | a state of utmost bliss |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| decadence | the process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent |
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| defame | to harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel |
| slavish | of or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude |