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
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
despiseto look down on with disrespect or aversion
fatalisma doctrine that events are fixed in advance so that human beings are powerless to change them
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
writheto twist into coils or folds
rectifyto set right : remedy
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
pathetichaving a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate