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
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
cherubican order of angels see celestial hierarchy
vicaran ecclesiastical agent: such as
cabalthe contrived schemes of a group of persons secretly united in a plot (as to overturn a government)
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
woefulfull of woe : grievous
vindicateto free from allegation or blame
negligencethe quality or state of being negligent