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 |
|---|---|
| painstaking | taking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort |
| tacit | expressed or carried on without words or speech |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| hue | overall character or appearance to the mind : complexion |
| rivulet | a small stream |
| discriminate | to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |
| abstract | disassociated from any specific instance |
| puny | slight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak |