GRE Word List
ONOMATOPOEIA
the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
The meaning of the word onomatopoeia is the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| languor | weakness or weariness of body or mind |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| pliant | pliable |
| dilatory | tending or intended to cause delay |
| rag | a waste piece of cloth |
| procrastinate | to put off intentionally and habitually |
| decimate | to select by lot and kill every tenth man of |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| waive | to relinquish (something, such as a legal right) voluntarily |