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 |
|---|---|
| restraint | an act of restraining : the state of being restrained |
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| galvanic | of, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity |
| immaculate | spotlessly clean |
| brand | a charred piece of wood |
| speechless | unable to speak : dumb |
| averse | having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| auroral | dawn |
| sully | to make soiled or tarnished : defile |