GRE Word List
HYPERBOLE
extravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
The meaning of the word hyperbole is extravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones").
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tyranny | oppressive power |
| simper | to smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| euphemism | the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant |
| preponderance | a superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength |
| chuckle | to laugh inwardly or quietly |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| sear | being dried and withered |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |