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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| condiments | something used to enhance the flavor of food |
| brag | a pompous or boastful statement |
| affront | to insult especially to the face by behavior or language |
| acute | characterized by sharpness or severity of sudden onset |
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| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
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| perennial | present at all seasons of the year |