GRE Word List
DISSONANCE
lack of agreement
The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incident | an occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| primp | to dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner |
| bilk | to block the free development of : frustrate |
| render | to melt down |
| bolt | a lightning stroke |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| lackluster | lacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull |
| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |