GRE Word List

DISSONANCE

lack of agreement

The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.

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WordMeaning
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
elixira substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
primpto dress, adorn, or arrange in a careful or finicky manner
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
renderto melt down
bolta lightning stroke
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
countermandto revoke (a command) by a contrary order