GRE Word List
DISSONANCE
lack of agreement
The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wag | to be in motion : stir |
| prodigious | causing amazement or wonder |
| contumacious | stubbornly disobedient : rebellious |
| sundry | including many things of different kinds : miscellaneous |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| nonchalance | the quality or state of being nonchalant |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| venturesome | inclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring |
| vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |