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 |
|---|---|
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| numismatist | the study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals) |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
| anomalous | inconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular |
| gravity | dignity or sobriety of bearing |
| steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
| labyrinth | a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys |
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| pestilential | causing or tending to cause pestilence : deadly |