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
hoarygray or white with or as if with age
consistencyagreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence
favoritismthe showing of special favor : partiality
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent
commonplacecommonly found or seen : ordinary
respitea period of temporary delay
reparablecapable of being repaired
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
primethe second of the canonical hours