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 |
|---|---|
| misnomer | the misnaming of a person in a legal instrument |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| shaving | the act of one that shaves |
| avert | to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance |
| dissolution | the act or process of dissolving: such as |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| swear | to utter or take solemnly (an oath) |
| disjunction | a sharp cleavage : disunion |