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 |
|---|---|
| strident | characterized by harsh, insistent, and discordant sound |
| rigor | harsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity |
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| gullible | easily duped or cheated |
| requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
| erroneous | containing or characterized by error : mistaken |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| facetious | joking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish |
| topple | to fall from or as if from being top-heavy |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |