GRE Word List

DISSENSION

disagreement

The meaning of the word dissension is disagreement.

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WordMeaning
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
marrowbone marrow
blaseapathetic to pleasure or excitement as a result of excessive indulgence or enjoyment : world-weary
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
stultifyto have a dulling or inhibiting effect on
glibshowing little forethought or preparation : offhand
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
macean aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg
witherto become dry and sapless