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 |
|---|---|
| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |
| bludgeon | a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| quotidian | occurring every day |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| fluke | flatfish |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| fiat | an authoritative or arbitrary order : decree |