GRE Word List

PARALLELISM

the quality or state of being parallel

The meaning of the word parallelism is the quality or state of being parallel.

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WordMeaning
amissin a mistaken way : wrongly
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
windfallsomething (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind
coga tooth on the rim of a wheel or gear
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
donto put on (an article of clothing)
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
flagrantconspicuously offensive