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
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
sojourna temporary stay
comatoseof, resembling, or affected with coma
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity
dulcetsweet to the taste
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated
hereafterafter this in sequence or in time
seedycontaining or full of seeds
swathea band used in swathing