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
amiablefriendly, sociable, and congenial
understateto represent as less than is the case
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
downcastlow in spirit : dejected
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
mandatean authoritative command
adjointo add or attach by joining
whimsicalresulting from or characterized by whim or caprice
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
daintysomething delicious to the taste