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.

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WordMeaning
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equipoisea state of equilibrium
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fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
dummya person who is incapable of speaking
poreto gaze intently
clichea trite phrase or expression
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
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