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 |
|---|---|
| vassal | a person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| transpose | to change the relative place or normal order of : alter the sequence of |
| malefactor | one who commits an offense against the law |
| arboretum | a place where trees, shrubs, and herbaceous plants are cultivated for scientific and educational purposes |
| espouse | marry |
| beatitude | a state of utmost bliss |
| cadaverous | of or relating to a corpse |
| demented | mad |
| glaring | having a fixed look of hostility, fierceness, or anger |