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
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)
murkycharacterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
promontorya high point of land or rock projecting into a body of water
carapacea bony or chitinous case or shield covering the back or part of the back of an animal (such as a turtle or crab)
execrabledeserving to be execrated : detestable
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
blueslow spirits : melancholy
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
catharticof, relating to, or producing catharsis