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
suffocateto stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation)
frolicfull of fun : merry
prostratestretched out with face on the ground in adoration or submission
draughta rough written version of something that is not yet in its final form; to write the first rough version of something such as a letter, speech, book or law; to choose people and send them somewhere for a special task
stinta period of time spent at a particular activity
unkemptnot combed
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
agapewide open : gaping
friezea heavy durable coarse wool and shoddy fabric with a rough surface
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head