GRE Word List
SIMILE
a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
The meaning of the word simile is a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ancillary | subordinate |
| bode | to indicate (something, such as a future event) by signs : presage |
| implore | to make an earnest request to (someone) : beg |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| travesty | a debased, distorted, or grossly inferior imitation |
| innate | existing in, belonging to, or determined by factors present in an individual from birth : native |
| novice | a person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community |
| complement | something that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect |
| cohabit | to live together as or as if a married couple |