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
facileeasily accomplished or attained
effectualproducing or able to produce a desired effect
ironicrelating to, containing, or constituting irony
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
apocalypticof, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse
shamblesa meat market
sophisticateddeprived of native or original simplicity: such as
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
stymieto present an obstacle to : stand in the way of
doggerelloosely styled and irregular in measure especially for burlesque or comic effect