GRE Word List
CONTEND
struggle; compete; assert earnestly; state strongly
The meaning of the word contend is struggle; compete; assert earnestly; state strongly.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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dereliction | neglect of duty; abandonment |
fledgling | inexperienced; N: young bird that has acquired wing feathers and is learning to fly; inexperienced person |
monolithic | solidly uniform; unchangeable; unyielding; N. monolith: large block of stone |
inquisitive | eager for knowledge; unduly curious |
judicious | sound on judgment; wise |
crochet | make (a piece of needlework) by looping thread with a hooked needle; N. CF. crotchet |
irrepressible | unable to be restrained or held back; impossible to hold back |
inhibited | (of a person) unable to express what one really feels |
redundant | superfluous; more than is necessary; verbose; excessively wordy; repetitious |
paragon | model of perfection; Ex. paragon of virtue |