GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

Random words

WordMeaning
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
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inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
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labilereadily or continually undergoing chemical, physical, or biological change or breakdown : unstable
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murmura half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling
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