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
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
expletivea syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense
refulgenta radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance
vendettablood feud
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
caterto provide a supply of food
fecundityfruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific
interiman intervening time : interval
tributesomething given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved
imbibedrink