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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abusive | using harsh, insulting language |
| esoteric | designed for or understood by the specially initiated alone |
| imprecation | curse |
| commemorate | to call to remembrance |
| forte | one's strong point |
| impromptu | made, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised |
| perennial | present at all seasons of the year |
| evenhanded | fair |
| larceny | the unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently |
| gratuitous | not called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted |