GRE Word List
CONTENTION
a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
The meaning of the word contention is a point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| blare | to sound loud and strident |
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| conveyance | the action of conveying |
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| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
| pending | during |
| encumber | weigh down |