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 |
|---|---|
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| mutinous | disposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| nauseous | causing nausea or disgust : nauseating |
| runic | any of the characters of any of several alphabets used by the Germanic peoples from about the 3rd to the 13th centuries |
| incognito | with one's identity concealed |
| crone | a cruel or ugly old woman |
| usury | the lending of money with an interest charge for its use |
| meticulous | marked by extreme or excessive care in the consideration or treatment of details |
| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |