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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WordMeaning
concorda state of agreement : harmony
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convoketo call together to a meeting
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
mergerthe absorption of an estate, a contract, or an interest in another, of a minor offense in a greater, or of a cause of action into a judgment
havenharbor
bolta lightning stroke