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 |
|---|---|
| denomination | an act of denominating |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| orthodox | conforming to established doctrine especially in religion |
| purchase | to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy |
| culinary | of or relating to the kitchen or cookery |
| verbatim | in the exact words : word for word |
| wake | to be or remain awake |
| overwhelm | upset |
| gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |
| bolt | a lightning stroke |