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 |
|---|---|
| bombastic | marked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous |
| deciduous | falling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle |
| gait | a manner of walking or moving on foot |
| fawning | seeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery |
| bulk | magnitude |
| blue | of the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| promote | to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise |
| daub | to cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster |