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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doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
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baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
antediluvianof or relating to the period before the flood described in the Bible
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
natationthe action or art of swimming
braidto make from braids
composta mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land
depositiona testifying especially before a court