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 |
|---|---|
| minatory | having a menacing quality |
| penumbra | a space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light |
| mandatory | required by a law or rule : obligatory |
| oust | to remove from or dispossess of property or position by legal action, by force, or by the compulsion of necessity |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| faze | to disturb the composure of : disconcert |
| menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |