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

WordMeaning
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place
anvila heavy usually steel-faced iron block on which metal is shaped (as by hand hammering)
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
respitea period of temporary delay
arrayto dress or decorate especially in splendid or impressive attire : adorn
carefreefree from care: such as
haranguea speech addressed to a public assembly
gildto overlay with or as if with a thin covering of gold