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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contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
pathologicalof or relating to pathology
recastto cast again
gainsayto declare to be untrue or invalid
narcissistan individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism: such as
venuelocale
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
carafea bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place