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

WordMeaning
facsimilean exact copy
juga large deep container (as of glass, earthenware, or plastic) with a narrow mouth and a handle
transcribeto make a written copy of
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
dissonancelack of agreement
misadventuremisfortune
sagaa prose narrative recorded in Iceland in the 12th and 13th centuries of historic or legendary figures and events of the heroic age of Norway and Iceland
unbridledunrestrained