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
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
decrepitwasted and weakened by or as if by the infirmities of old age
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means
paucitysmallness of number : fewness
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
flightyswift
sleighan open usually horse-drawn vehicle with runners for use on snow or ice
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea