GRE Word List

PARALLELISM

the quality or state of being parallel

The meaning of the word parallelism is the quality or state of being parallel.

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WordMeaning
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
fetidhaving a heavy offensive smell
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
caninea conical pointed tooth
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
amalgamateto unite in or as if in an amalgam
evoketo call forth or up: such as
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger