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 |
|---|---|
| suffragist | one who advocates extension of suffrage especially to women |
| tactile | perceptible by touch : tangible |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| solstice | either of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21 |
| rational | having reason or understanding |
| bucolic | of or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| ascendancy | governing or controlling influence : domination |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |