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
recipientone that receives : receiver
genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
licensepermission to act
polemicalof, relating to, or being a polemic : controversial
apparitionan unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon
merita praiseworthy quality : virtue
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
kneelto position the body so that one or both knees rest on the floor
bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance