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 |
|---|---|
| libertine | a freethinker especially in religious matters |
| unmitigated | not lessened : unrelieved |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| succor | relief |
| invocation | the act or process of petitioning for help or support |
| condiments | something used to enhance the flavor of food |
| forswear | to make a liar of (oneself) under or as if under oath |
| opportune | suitable or convenient for a particular occurrence |
| propellant | capable of propelling |
| vassal | a person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant |