GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

Random words

WordMeaning
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
incidentalbeing likely to ensue as a chance or minor consequence
infamoushaving a reputation of the worst kind : notoriously evil
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
braidto make from braids
shystera person who is professionally unscrupulous especially in the practice of law or politics : pettifogger
distinctivemarking as separate or different : serving to distinguish
pedagogueteacher
disdaina feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)