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 |
|---|---|
| lustrous | reflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle |
| residue | something that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| veto | an authoritative prohibition : interdiction |
| feature | the structure, form, or appearance especially of a person |
| tenure | the act, right, manner, or term of holding something (such as a landed property, a position, or an office) |
| benevolent | marked by or disposed to doing good |
| subpoena | a writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure |
| ossify | to change into bone |
| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |