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
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
duplicitycontradictory doubleness of thought, speech, or action
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
pulverizeto reduce (as by crushing, beating, or grinding) to very small particles : atomize
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery
pettyhaving secondary rank or importance : minor
thronga multitude of assembled persons
accrueto come into existence as a legally enforceable claim
freneticmarked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied