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
impenitentnot penitent
euphonypleasing or sweet sound
providentfrugal
slakesubside
disparatemarkedly distinct in quality or character
onerousinvolving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome
acumenkeenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters
scowlto contract the brow in an expression of displeasure
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
dys-abnormal