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
stellarof or relating to the stars : astral
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reciprocalinversely related : opposite
compressto press or squeeze together
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
appurtenancesaccessory objects
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant