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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discourse | verbal interchange of ideas |
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| farce | stuff |
| duplicity | contradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| swill | wash |
| martial | of, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior |
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