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 |
|---|---|
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| prelate | an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank |
| constraint | the act of constraining |
| sparse | of few and scattered elements |
| reminiscent | of the character of or relating to reminiscence |
| stratum | a bed or layer artificially made |
| flaunt | to display or obtrude oneself to public notice |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| cryptic | secret |
| inert | lacking the power to move |