Paulus Syllogus Similes. Frank J. Wilstach, comp. 1916. A Dictionary of Similes

Frank J. Wilstach, comp. A Dictionary of Similes. 1916.

Paulus Syllogus


Clear, as ever fell from angel’s tongue.	1
Ugly as apes.	2
Weak as the Roman Chief, who strove to hide His father’s cot (and once his father’s pride) By casing a low shed of rural mould With marble walls, and roof adorned with gold.	3
Emanations weak as rain.	4
Weak as the puny rillets of the hill.	5