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 |
|---|---|
| attribute | a quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something |
| mutilate | to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect |
| vigor | active bodily or mental strength or force |
| brawn | the flesh of a boar |
| chip | a small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off |
| conducive | tending to promote or assist |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |