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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sybaritevoluptuary
dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness
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rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
taciturntemperamentally disinclined to talk
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
invectiveinsulting or abusive language : vituperation
subsideto sink or fall to the bottom : settle