GRE Word List
CONTENTIOUS
likely to cause disagreement or argument
The meaning of the word contentious is likely to cause disagreement or argument.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
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| astute | having or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
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| exceptionable | being likely to cause objection : objectionable |
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