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 |
|---|---|
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
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| fell | skin |
| caricature | exaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics |
| pathological | of or relating to pathology |
| convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
| cross | a structure consisting of an upright with a transverse beam used especially by the ancient Romans for execution |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| muster | a representative specimen (see specimen |
| camp | a place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers) |