GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

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WordMeaning
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
prosperousauspicious
maimto mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
expatriatebanish
forwardnear, being at, or belonging to the forepart
metamorphosischange of physical form, structure, or substance especially by supernatural means