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 |
|---|---|
| retain | to keep in possession or use |
| artifacts | a usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object |
| defiance | the act or an instance of defying : challenge |
| marital | of or relating to marriage or the married state |
| apothegm | a short, pithy, and instructive saying or formulation : aphorism |
| disquisition | a formal inquiry into or discussion of a subject : discourse |
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |
| catechism | oral instruction |
| craft | skill in planning, making, or executing : dexterity |