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.

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WordMeaning
abortiveprematurely born
thronga multitude of assembled persons
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
ciliatedpossessing cilia
emetican agent that induces vomiting
warpa series of yarns extended lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the weft
scuttlea shallow open basket for carrying something (such as grain or garden produce)
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
bouillona clear seasoned soup made usually from lean beef
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief