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 |
|---|---|
| septic | of, relating to, or causing putrefaction |
| synthesis | the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole |
| chaste | innocent of unlawful sexual intercourse |
| amiss | in a mistaken way : wrongly |
| mural | of, relating to, or resembling a wall |
| thwart | to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of |
| emanate | to come out from a source |
| escapade | a usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |