GRE Word List

DICHOTOMY

a division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities

The meaning of the word dichotomy is a division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities.

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WordMeaning
cunningdexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end
legerdemainsleight of hand
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
computeto determine especially by mathematical means
dauntlessincapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless
comeuppancea deserved rebuke or penalty : deserts
grandeurthe quality or state of being grand : magnificence
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited