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 |
|---|---|
| blush | outward appearance : view |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| cant | the expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| atone | to make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome |
| stratified | formed, deposited, or arranged in stable layers or strata |
| knead | to work and press into a mass with or as if with the hands |
| wholesome | promoting health or well-being of mind or spirit |
| forlorn | bereft |
| insensible | incapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as |