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.

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WordMeaning
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
decadencethe process of becoming decadent : the quality or state of being decadent
impuissanceweakness
gnomemaxim
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
equilibriuma state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe