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 |
|---|---|
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| igneous | formed by solidification of magma |
| grotto | cave |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| captious | marked by an often ill-natured inclination to stress faults and raise objections |
| spin | to draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread |
| suborn | to induce secretly to do an unlawful thing |
| obsequious | marked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness |
| sensual | relating to or consisting in the gratification of the senses or the indulgence of appetite : fleshly |