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 |
|---|---|
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| civil | of or relating to citizens |
| averse | having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste |
| concoct | to prepare by combining raw materials |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| grouch | a fit of bad temper |
| trough | a long shallow often V-shaped receptacle for the drinking water or feed of domestic animals |
| bode | to indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage |
| caste | one of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes |
| omnipotent | almighty |