GRE Word List
DILEMMA
a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice
The meaning of the word dilemma is a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| virtual | being such in essence or effect though not formally recognized or admitted |
| smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
| disclose | to make known or public |
| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| ethnic | of or relating to large groups of people classed according to common racial, national, tribal, religious, linguistic, or cultural origin or background |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |
| felon | one who has committed a felony |
| fleck | streak |
| trunk | the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots |