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
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
deleteto eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
volleythe flight of the ball (as in volleyball or tennis) or its course before striking the ground
altercationa noisy, heated, angry dispute
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
compriseto be made up of
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
candorunreserved, honest, or sincere expression : forthrightness
dallyto act playfully