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
devoidbeing without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
impetusa driving force : impulse
appositehighly pertinent or appropriate : apt
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
parvenuone that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it