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 |
|---|---|
| earn | to receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered |
| shambles | a meat market |
| unanimity | the quality or state of being unanimous |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| vendetta | blood feud |
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| frolicsome | full of gaiety : playful |
| babble | to talk enthusiastically or excessively |
| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |