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 |
|---|---|
| ambulatory | able to walk about and not bedridden |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| solecism | an ungrammatical combination of words in a sentence |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| din | a loud continued noise |
| incoherent | lacking coherence: such as |
| seasonable | suitable to the season or circumstances : timely |
| impudence | the quality or state of being impudent |