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.
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|---|---|
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| cathartic | of, relating to, or producing catharsis |
| predetermine | foreordain |
| scintilla | spark |
| leave-taking | departure |
| incompatible | not compatible: such as |
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