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

WordMeaning
conduita natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive
inverseopposite in order, nature, or effect
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground
importto bring from a foreign or external source: such as
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
stupora condition of greatly dulled or completely suspended sense or sensibility
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk