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 |
|---|---|
| privation | an act or instance of depriving : deprivation |
| contrivance | a thing contrived |
| devolve | to pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another |
| choleric | easily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered |
| prolong | to lengthen in time : continue |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| partiality | the quality or state of being partial : bias |
| gale | a strong current of air: |