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 |
|---|---|
| increment | the amount or degree by which something changes |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| retrograde | having or being motion in a direction contrary to that of the general motion of similar bodies and especially east to west among the stars |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| pied | of two or more colors in blotches |
| inimitable | not capable of being imitated : matchless |
| icon | a person or thing widely admired especially for having great influence or significance in a particular sphere |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| authoritative | having, marked by, or proceeding from authority |