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 |
|---|---|
| minuscule | very small |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| compulsive | having power to compel |
| slake | subside |
| ward | the action or process of guarding |
| deluge | an overflowing of the land by water |
| bank | a mound, pile, or ridge raised above the surrounding level: such as |
| pulchritude | physical comeliness |
| enliven | to give life, action, or spirit to : animate |