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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
libertinea freethinker especially in religious matters
unmitigatednot lessened : unrelieved
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
succorrelief
invocationthe act or process of petitioning for help or support
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
forswearto make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
propellantcapable of propelling
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant