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 |
|---|---|
| immutable | not capable of or susceptible to change |
| pertinacious | adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design |
| seamy | having the rough side of the seam showing |
| frenetic | marked by fast and energetic, disordered, or anxiety-driven activity : frenzied |
| cringe | to recoil in distaste |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| taxonomist | the study of the general principles of scientific classification : systematics |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| innuendo | an oblique allusion : hint |