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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
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
concomitantaccompanying especially in a subordinate or incidental way
unanimitythe quality or state of being unanimous
deliriuman acute (see acute
criteriaa standard on which a judgment or decision may be based
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
glazeto furnish or fit with glass
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort