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 |
|---|---|
| mite | any of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors |
| mendicant | beggar |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| sonic | utilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves |
| inclusive | broad in orientation or scope |
| gentry | upper or ruling class : aristocracy |
| puissant | having puissance : powerful |
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| eerie | so mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine |
| favoritism | the showing of special favor : partiality |