GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.

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WordMeaning
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
dialecticalof, relating to, or in accordance with dialectic
spontaneitythe quality or state of being spontaneous
lardera place where food is stored : pantry
prolongto lengthen in time : continue
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
commiserateto feel or express sympathy : condole
respitea period of temporary delay
beneficiarya person or thing that receives help or an advantage from something : one that benefits from something
centaurany of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly