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
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
sedentarynot migratory : settled
colloquyconversation
intimatemarked by a warm friendship developing through long association
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
pitfalltrap
chasethe hunting of wild animals
floefloating ice formed in a large sheet on the surface of a body of water
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable