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
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
inevitableincapable of being avoided or evaded
climacticof, relating to, or constituting a climax
fathoma unit of length equal to six feet (1.83 meters) used especially for measuring the depth of water
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
bereavementthe state or fact of being bereaved or deprived of something or someone
humanemarked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution