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
superfluousexceeding what is sufficient or necessary : extra
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
beatitudea state of utmost bliss
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
slavishof or characteristic of someone held in forced servitude