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 |
|---|---|
| concord | a state of agreement : harmony |
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| duress | forcible restraint or restriction |
| wizardry | the art or practices of a wizard : sorcery |
| convoke | to call together to a meeting |
| whet | to sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone) |
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| haven | harbor |
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