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.

Random words

WordMeaning
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
neophytea new convert : proselyte
legenda story coming down from the past
drossthe scum or unwanted material that forms on the surface of molten metal
droopto hang or incline downward
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly