GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

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WordMeaning
compendiuma brief summary of a larger work or of a field of knowledge : abstract
forerunnerone that precedes and indicates the approach of another: such as
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
deputizeto appoint as deputy
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size
putridbeing in a state of putrefaction : rotten
feeblemindedimpaired in intellectual ability : affected with intellectual disability
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
doggedmarked by stubborn determination
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly