Set 79 · Study 1 / 5
Exita tendency to be too ready to believe something is true
His credulity made it easy for the con artist to manipulate him into believing outrageous stories.
Set 79 of GRE Vocabulary covers 5 words: credulity, corollary, depravity, derivative, dichotomy. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a tendency to be too ready to believe something is true
His credulity made it easy for the con artist to manipulate him into believing outrageous stories.
a proposition that follows from one already proven
The researchers discovered a corollary to their initial theorem, which suggested that if one condition is met, several other outcomes will naturally follow.
moral corruption or wickedness
The novel explores the depths of human depravity, showcasing how power can lead to moral corruption.
a financial instrument whose value is based on the price of an underlying asset
Investors often use derivatives to hedge against potential losses in their portfolios.
a division or contrast between two things that are represented as opposed or entirely different
The dichotomy between urban and rural living often shapes people's perspectives on quality of life.