GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

Random words

WordMeaning
compulsivehaving power to compel
expungeto strike out, obliterate, or mark for deletion
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
interregnumthe time during which a throne is vacant between two successive reigns or regimes
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
fakenot true, real, or genuine : counterfeit