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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
fitacceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
constraintthe act of constraining
sparseof few and scattered elements
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
stratuma bed or layer artificially made
flauntto display or obtrude oneself to public notice
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
crypticsecret
inertlacking the power to move