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 |
|---|---|
| consistency | agreement or harmony of parts or features to one another or a whole : correspondence |
| maneuver | a military or naval movement |
| abolish | to end the observance or effect of (something, such as a law) : to completely do away with (something) : annul |
| profusion | lavish expenditure : extravagance |
| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| unkempt | not combed |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| nether | situated down or below : lower |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |