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
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
tatterto make ragged
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
supersedeto cause to be set aside
ameliorateto make better or more tolerable
impetuousmarked by impulsive vehemence or passion
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
masticateto grind or crush (food) with or as if with the teeth : chew
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
depictto represent by or as if by a picture