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 |
|---|---|
| conundrum | an intricate and difficult problem |
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| increment | the amount or degree by which something changes |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| duration | continuance in time |
| impersonal | having no personal reference or connection |
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| brink | edge |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |