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

WordMeaning
impingeencroach
balkto refuse abruptly
spendthrifta person who spends improvidently or wastefully
discerningshowing insight and understanding : discriminating
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
hibernateto pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
solventable to pay all legal debts
asceticpracticing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
civilof or relating to citizens