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.

Random words

WordMeaning
coincidencethe act or condition of coinciding : correspondence
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
raconteura person who excels in telling anecdotes
rostruman ancient Roman platform for public orators
titterto laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle
multiformhaving many forms or appearances
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
broodthe young of an animal or a family of young