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 |
|---|---|
| impiety | the quality or state of being impious : irreverence |
| modulate | to tune to a key or pitch |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
| voracious | having a huge appetite : ravenous |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| bantering | to speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| resignation | an act or instance of resigning something : surrender |
| bid | to offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance |