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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muralof, relating to, or resembling a wall
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
emanateto come out from a source
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
rareseldom occurring or found : uncommon
incoherentlacking coherence: such as