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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
supersedeto cause to be set aside
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
bumpa relatively abrupt convexity or protuberance on a surface: such as
enticeto attract artfully or adroitly or by arousing hope or desire : tempt
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
vendettablood feud
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle
stem_fromarise from; originate from