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 |
|---|---|
| prod | to thrust a pointed instrument into : prick |
| expletive | a syllable, word, or phrase inserted to fill a vacancy (as in a sentence or a metrical line) without adding to the sense |
| refulgent | a radiant or resplendent quality or state : brilliance |
| vendetta | blood feud |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| cater | to provide a supply of food |
| fecundity | fruitful in offspring or vegetation : prolific |
| interim | an intervening time : interval |
| tribute | something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved |
| imbibe | drink |