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 |
|---|---|
| hubbub | noise |
| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| decelerate | to reduce the speed of : slow down |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| vaunted | highly or widely praised or boasted about |
| dissimulate | to hide under a false appearance |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |
| adjourn | to suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |