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 |
|---|---|
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| warren | a place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant) |
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| squeamish | easily nauseated : queasy |
| variegated | having discrete markings of different colors |
| ravine | a small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |