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
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr
outfitthe act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition)
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
coupletwo persons married, engaged, or otherwise romantically paired
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure