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 |
|---|---|
| episodic | made up of separate especially loosely connected episodes |
| pugnacity | having a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent |
| obstreperous | marked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| declivity | downward inclination |
| personable | pleasant or amiable in person : attractive |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| connotation | something suggested by a word or thing : implication |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| agog | full of intense interest or excitement : eager |