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 |
|---|---|
| meander | a winding path or course |
| willowy | abounding with willows |
| veto | an authoritative prohibition : interdiction |
| din | a loud continued noise |
| optional | involving an option : not compulsory |
| redoubtable | causing fear or alarm : formidable |
| dissent | to withhold assent or approval |
| compatible | capable of existing together in harmony |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| bloated | overfilled and extended with liquid, gas, food, etc. |