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
renegadea deserter from one faith, cause, or allegiance to another
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ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
conservatorya greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
extolto praise highly : glorify
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food
temperheat of mind or emotion : proneness to anger : passion
pendulouspoised without visible support