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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| subordinate | placed in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior |
| infiltrate | to enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes |
| reserve | to hold in reserve : keep back |
| parody | a literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| cumulative | increasing by successive additions |
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| significant | having meaning |
| pastoral | of, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen |