Chaos
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noun
Definition
Complete disorder and confusion
Examples
“The sudden evacuation caused chaos in the building.”
“After the manager left, the office descended into chaos.”
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GRE Tip
Chaos is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "disorder" or "turmoil" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "order".
Related GRE Words
obfuscate
To render obscure, unclear, or unintelligible
haphazard
Lacking any obvious principle of organization; random
incoherent
Expressed in an incomprehensible or confusing way; unclear
arduous
Requiring great effort; difficult and tiring
aesthetic
Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty
resilient
Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough and flexible
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