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 |
|---|---|
| migrant | one that migrates: such as |
| rectify | to set right : remedy |
| mandatory | required by a law or rule : obligatory |
| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
| rant | to talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner |
| bluff | having a broad flattened front |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| transcendental | transcendent |
| warrant | sanction |
| desultory | marked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose |