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 |
|---|---|
| trample | tramp |
| verbiage | a profusion of words usually of little or obscure content |
| bombast | pretentious inflated speech or writing |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| ingrained | forming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated |
| undermine | to subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly |
| inimitable | not capable of being imitated : matchless |
| seasonal | of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |