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
rigto fit out with rigging
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
interrogateto question formally and systematically
dilettantea person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler
annexto attach as a quality, consequence, or condition
expediteto accelerate the process or progress of : speed up
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
shavingthe act of one that shaves