GRE Word List
CHASM
a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
The meaning of the word chasm is a deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge.
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| erudite | having or showing knowledge that is gained by studying : possessing or displaying erudition |
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| dissolution | the act or process of dissolving: such as |
| aspirant | one who aspires |
| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
| levity | excessive or unseemly frivolity |
| compassion | sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it |