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 |
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gentility | the condition of belonging to the gentry |
larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
menace | a show of intention to inflict harm : threat |
salubrious | favorable to or promoting health or well-being |
interloper | one that interlopes: such as |
philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
fetid | having a heavy offensive smell |
stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
blunt | having an edge or point that is not sharp |
expedient | suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance |