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.

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WordMeaning
vituperativeuttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse
spoonerisma transposition of usually initial sounds of two or more words (as in tons of soil for sons of toil)
graphicof or relating to the pictorial arts
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
diabolicalof, relating to, or characteristic of the devil : devilish
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
inductiveof, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction
fatuouscomplacently or inanely foolish : silly
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle