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
facadethe front of a building
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
collaborateto work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
modishfashionable
outlooka place offering a view
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law