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 |
|---|---|
| vie | to strive for superiority : contend |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| halfhearted | lacking heart, spirit, or interest |
| curtail | to make less by or as if by cutting off or away some part |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| affiliation | the state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc. |
| dummy | a person who is incapable of speaking |
| culprit | one accused of or charged with a crime |