GRE Word List
SCHISM
division
The meaning of the word schism is division.
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Word | Meaning |
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imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |
podium | a low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as |
emblazon | to inscribe or adorn with or as if with heraldic bearings or devices |
extirpate | to destroy completely : wipe out |
gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
incentive | something that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action |
plaudit | an act or round of applause |
lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |