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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
| commensurate | corresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate |
| pathological | of or relating to pathology |
| recast | to cast again |
| gainsay | to declare to be untrue or invalid |
| narcissist | an individual showing symptoms of or affected by narcissism: such as |
| venue | locale |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| far-fetched | brought from a remote time or place |