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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
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
balkto refuse abruptly
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
braidto make from braids
catechismoral instruction
bulwarka solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
seduceto persuade to disobedience or disloyalty
consolidationthe act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water