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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

WordMeaning
discombobulatedcharacterized by confusion or disorder
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
consensusgeneral agreement : unanimity
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively
genialitymarked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness
reparationa repairing or keeping in repair
interpolateto alter or corrupt (something, such as a text) by inserting new or foreign matter