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 |
|---|---|
| hew | to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| fleck | streak |
| optician | a maker of or dealer in optical items and instruments |
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| implicate | to bring into intimate or incriminating connection |
| statute | a law enacted by the legislative branch of a government |
| potable | suitable for drinking |
| dross | the scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal |
| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |