GRE Word List
CONTEND
to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
The meaning of the word contend is to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| burgeon | to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout |
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| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| disengage | to release from something that engages or involves |
| exculpate | to clear from alleged fault or guilt |
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