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
permissivegranted on sufferance : tolerated
impedeto interfere with or slow the progress of
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
wrenchto move with a violent twist
jauntysprightly in manner or appearance : lively
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
piebaldcomposed of incongruous parts
pseudonyma fictitious name
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade