GRE Word List
SCHISM
division
The meaning of the word schism is division.
Random words
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glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
eminent | exhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent |
smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
pushy | aggressive often to an objectionable degree : forward |
catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
engender | beget |
girth | a band or strap that encircles the body of an animal to fasten something (such as a saddle) on its back |
yeoman | an attendant or officer in a royal or noble household |
embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |