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

WordMeaning
renditionthe act or result of rendering something: such as
charmthe chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation
writheto twist into coils or folds
intermediarymediator
outlooka place offering a view
disquietudeanxiety
beatitudea state of utmost bliss
blisscomplete happiness
concavehollowed or rounded inward like the inside of a bowl
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition