GRE Word List

TOME

book

The meaning of the word tome is book.

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WordMeaning
similea figure of speech comparing two unlike things that is often introduced by like or as (as in cheeks like roses) compare metaphor
vipera common Eurasian venomous snake (Vipera berus) that attains a length of about two feet (0.6 meter), varies in color from red, brown, or gray with dark markings to black, and is usually not fatal to humans
demurto take exception : object
plauditan act or round of applause
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
tensilecapable of tension : ductile
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground