GRE Word List

DISSIDENT

disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief

The meaning of the word dissident is disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief.

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agogfull of intense interest or excitement : eager
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residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
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