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 |
|---|---|
| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
| intrinsic | belonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| deface | to mar the appearance of : injure by effacing significant details |
| remonstrate | to present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate |
| robust | having or exhibiting strength or vigorous health |
| discernible | able to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned |
| epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |
| jaunt | a usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure |
| meander | a winding path or course |