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 |
|---|---|
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| hortatory | hortative |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| dismiss | to permit or cause to leave |
| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
| volition | the power of choosing or determining : will |
| agitate | to excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb |
| kindle | to start (a fire) burning : light |
| virtual | being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted |
| exhale | to rise or be given off as vapor |