GRE Word List
SYLLOGISM
a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
The meaning of the word syllogism is a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable").
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| determination | a judicial decision settling and ending a controversy |
| quadruped | an animal having four feet |
| gourmand | one who is excessively fond of eating and drinking |
| puzzle | to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally |
| heresy | adherence to a religious opinion contrary to church dogma (see dogma |
| chuckle | to laugh inwardly or quietly |
| decollete | wearing a strapless or low-necked dress |
| ironic | relating to, containing, or constituting irony |
| jostle | to come in contact or into collision |
| avow | to declare assuredly |