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 |
|---|---|
| pusillanimous | lacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity |
| grudge | to be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully |
| splice | to unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands |
| errant | behaving wrongly |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |
| mettle | vigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament |
| intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
| labile | readily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable |