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 |
|---|---|
| prominent | standing out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant |
| moodiness | subject to depression : gloomy |
| glacial | suggestive of ice: such as |
| seminary | an environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated |
| assumption | a taking to or upon oneself |
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |
| embark | to go on board a vehicle for transportation |
| pen | to shut in or as if in a pen |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |