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).

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WordMeaning
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
transitoryof brief duration : temporary
abutto border on : to touch along an edge
flukeflatfish
receptiveable or inclined to receive
contusioninjury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
vampirethe reanimated body of a dead person believed to come from the grave at night and suck the blood of persons asleep
fuddlebooze
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
leveea reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed