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 |
|---|---|
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |
| dossier | a file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject |
| pedantic | of, relating to, or being a pedant |
| bizarre | strikingly out of the ordinary: such as |
| renege | to go back on a promise or commitment |
| frolic | full of fun : merry |
| clasp | a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| muddle | to make turbid or muddy |
| wane | to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle |