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
toppleto fall from or as if from being top-heavy
rigiddeficient in or devoid of flexibility
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
healthyenjoying good health
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
delveexcavate
institutionalizeto make into an institution : give character of an institution to
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged