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
podiatristthe medical care and treatment of the human foot
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
cravenlacking the least bit of courage : contemptibly fainthearted
nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
fulsomecharacterized by abundance : copious
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted