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

WordMeaning
hubbubnoise
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
decelerateto reduce the speed of : slow down
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
dissimulateto hide under a false appearance
resolveto deal with successfully : clear up
incontinentnot continent: such as
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic