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
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
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fulsomecharacterized by abundance : copious
incinerateto cause to burn to ashes
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flaccidnot firm or stiff
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence