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
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
infiltrateto enter or become established in gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes
reserveto hold in reserve : keep back
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
significanthaving meaning
pastoralof, relating to, or composed of shepherds or herdsmen