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
calamitya disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit
autocraticof, relating to, or being an autocracy : absolute
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
glamoran exciting and often illusory and romantic attractiveness
rococorococo work or style