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

WordMeaning
contrivedevise
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
haggleto cut roughly or clumsily : hack
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
writsomething written : writing
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper