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 |
|---|---|
| simile | a figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor |
| polemical | of, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial |
| parish | the ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor |
| periphery | the perimeter of a circle or other closed curve |
| sever | to put or keep apart : divide |
| gullible | easily duped or cheated |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| rankle | to cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness |
| lank | not well filled out : slender |
| hypochondriac | hypochondriacal |