GRE Word List

SCHISM

division

The meaning of the word schism is division.

Random words

WordMeaning
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
pugilistfighter
exodusthe mainly narrative second book of canonical Jewish and Christian Scripture see Bible Table
misanthropea person who hates or distrusts humankind
quietudea quiet state : repose
undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
degradationthe act or process of degrading
thriftygiven to or marked by economy and good management
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)