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
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
commonplacecommonly found or seen : ordinary
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
subjugateto bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat
librettothe text of a work (such as an opera) for the musical theater
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
bucolicof or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral
handsomehaving a pleasing and usually impressive or dignified appearance
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to