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 |
|---|---|
| hermitage | the habitation of a hermit |
| slap | to strike sharply with or as if with the open hand |
| forbearance | a refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due |
| mollify | to soothe in temper or disposition : appease |
| crotchety | given to crotchets (see crotchet |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| distend | extend |
| confluence | a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |