GRE Word List

DISSONANCE

lack of agreement

The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.

Random words

WordMeaning
aestheticof, relating to, or dealing with aesthetics or the beautiful
sustainto give support or relief to
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal