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 |
|---|---|
| polarity | the quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles |
| unwarranted | lacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| gull | any of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae) |
| fray | a usually disorderly or protracted fight, struggle, or dispute |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
| unequivocal | leaving no doubt : clear |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |