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.

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WordMeaning
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
vultureany of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion
filchto steal secretly or casually
actuateto put into mechanical action or motion
vulgarlacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
soarto fly aloft or about
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
boona timely benefit : blessing