GRE Word List

PARADOX

one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases

The meaning of the word paradox is one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases.

Random words

WordMeaning
tartagreeably sharp or acid to the taste
irreverencelack of reverence
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
healthyenjoying good health
hatcha small door or opening (as in an airplane or spaceship)
raveto talk irrationally in or as if in delirium
abstainto choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
lamentto mourn aloud : wail
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe