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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| carat | a unit of fineness for gold equal to ¹/₂₄ part of pure gold in an alloy |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| wheedle | to influence or entice by soft words or flattery |
| unseemly | not seemly: such as |
| disconcert | to throw into confusion |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| lurk | to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose |
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
| apiary | a place where bees are kept |