GRE Word List
METAPHOR
a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
The meaning of the word metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hypothetical | involving or being based on a suggested idea or theory : being or involving a hypothesis : conjectural |
| chassis | the supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television) |
| natal | native |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| rendezvous | a place appointed for assembling or meeting |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |
| accelerate | to move faster : to gain speed |
| allocate | to apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute |