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).

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WordMeaning
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
wrangleto dispute angrily or peevishly : bicker
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
plaitpleat
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around