GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

Random words

WordMeaning
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
crassgross
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
plaitpleat
paritythe quality or state of being equal or equivalent
tyroa beginner in learning : novice
heinoushatefully or shockingly evil : abominable
outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
malevolenthaving, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred