GRE Word List
DISSONANCE
lack of agreement
The meaning of the word dissonance is lack of agreement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| engage | to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| perjury | the voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| induct | to put in formal possession (as of a benefice or office) : install |
| pedagogue | teacher |
| billow | wave |
| gibe | to utter taunting words |
| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |