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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| replicate | duplicate |
| dignitary | one who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor |
| mantle | a loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
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| writhe | to twist into coils or folds |
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