GRE Word List

DISSONANCE

lack of agreement

The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.

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WordMeaning
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
belateddelayed beyond the usual time
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
caninea conical pointed tooth
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
gingerlyvery cautious or careful
levityexcessive or unseemly frivolity
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
smeara viscous or sticky substance