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 |
|---|---|
| quotidian | occurring every day |
| skeptic | an adherent or advocate of skepticism |
| ward | the action or process of guarding |
| virulent | marked by a rapid, severe, and destructive course |
| guy | man |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| quietude | a quiet state : repose |
| monarchy | undivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person |
| prehensile | adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around |