GRE Word List

PIEBALD

composed of incongruous parts

The meaning of the word piebald is composed of incongruous parts.

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epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
plumbera dealer or worker in lead
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
effectualproducing or able to produce a desired effect
lucidsuffused with light : luminous
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
animusa usually prejudiced and often spiteful or malevolent ill will
refuseto express oneself as unwilling to accept
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems
paradoxone (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases