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 |
|---|---|
| diligence | steady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
| potential | existing in possibility : capable of development into actuality |
| paleontology | a science dealing with the life of past geologic periods as known from fossil remains |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| loiter | to delay an activity with idle stops and pauses : dawdle |
| retrench | cut down |
| obviate | to anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary |