GRE Word List
SCHISM
division
The meaning of the word schism is division.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| kaleidoscope | an instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns |
| resonant | continuing to sound : echoing |
| requite | to make return for : repay |
| exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
| convulsion | an abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles |
| gale | a strong current of air: |
| lax | loose |
| naivete | a naive remark or action |
| meditation | a discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation |
| whittle | a large knife |