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 |
|---|---|
| incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |
| amass | to collect for oneself : accumulate |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
| herbivorous | feeding on plants |
| foppish | foolish |
| dislodge | to drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage |
| symmetry | balanced proportions |