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 |
|---|---|
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| import | to bring from a foreign or external source: such as |
| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| sporadic | occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances |
| imperative | not to be avoided or evaded : necessary |
| straggle | to wander from the direct course or way : rove |
| incontrovertible | not open to question : indisputable |
| germane | being at once relevant and appropriate : fitting |
| pejorative | a word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation |
| remiss | negligent in the performance of work or duty : careless |