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
augurydivination from auspices (see auspice
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
voguepopular acceptation or favor : popularity
defaceto mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
epicureone with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
meandera winding path or course