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 |
|---|---|
| check | to inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively |
| ogle | to glance with amorous invitation or challenge |
| dint | force |
| induce | to move by persuasion or influence |
| amorous | strongly moved by love and especially sexual love |
| unwitting | not knowing : unaware |
| conformist | one who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| swamp | a wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water |
| pertinent | having a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand |