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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| concord | a state of agreement : harmony |
| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
| propensity | an often intense natural inclination or preference |
| gentle | free from harshness, sternness, or violence |
| rider | one that rides |
| panache | an ornamental tuft (as of feathers) especially on a helmet |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| impotent | not potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless |