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
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
penitentfeeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant
drudgeto do hard, menial, or monotonous work
labyrintha place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
seasona time characterized by a particular circumstance or feature
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal