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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
indictto charge with a crime by the finding or presentment of a jury (such as a grand jury) in due form of law
frictionthe rubbing of one body against another
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
rileto make agitated and angry : upset
timiditylacking in courage or self-confidence
stampto pound or crush with a pestle or a heavy instrument
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
censora person who supervises conduct and morals: such as
loungeto act or move idly or lazily : loaf