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

WordMeaning
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
tacitexpressed or carried on without words or speech
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
kineticof or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith
hueoverall character or appearance to the mind : complexion
rivuleta small stream
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
surmountto prevail over : overcome
abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak