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
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
anomalousinconsistent with or deviating from what is usual, normal, or expected : irregular
seetheto suffer violent internal excitement
indefatigableincapable of being fatigued : untiring
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
uniformitythe quality or state of being uniform
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards