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
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
scoffan expression of scorn, derision, or contempt : gibe
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
pryto look closely or inquisitively
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
slaughterthe act of killing
pecuniaryconsisting of or measured in money
recumbentsuggestive of repose : leaning
planeairplane
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay