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
emollientmaking soft or supple
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
adoreto worship or honor as a deity or as divine
obtrudeto thrust out : extrude
cadaverousof or relating to a corpse
intrudeto thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses