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

WordMeaning
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
effeteno longer fertile
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
punditpandit
besetto set or stud with or as if with ornaments
portlydignified
practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
necromancyconjuration (see conjure
eroticof, devoted to, or tending to arouse sexual love or desire