GRE Word List

ANTITHESIS

the direct opposite

The meaning of the word antithesis is the direct opposite.

Random words

WordMeaning
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
acquiesceto accept, comply, or submit tacitly or passively
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
cholericeasily moved to often unreasonable or excessive anger : hot-tempered
ancillarysubordinate
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground