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 |
|---|---|
| cumulative | increasing by successive additions |
| effective | producing a decided, decisive, or desired effect |
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| vulgar | lacking in cultivation, perception, or taste : coarse |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| dilate | to become enlarged or widened |
| comport | to be fitting : accord |
| monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |
| repellent | serving or tending to drive away or ward off |