GRE Word List
SCHISM
division
The meaning of the word schism is division.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
| menial | a person doing menial work |
| awe | an emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime |
| untenable | not able to be defended |
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| squander | to spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate |
| spatial | relating to, occupying, or having the character of space |
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| irrelevant | not relevant : inapplicable |