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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WordMeaning
gruela thin porridge
flaila hand threshing implement consisting of a wooden handle at the end of which a stouter and shorter stick is so hung as to swing freely
insensibleincapable or bereft of feeling or sensation: such as
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
mordantbiting and caustic in thought, manner, or style : incisive
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
analogya comparison of two otherwise unlike things based on resemblance of a particular aspect
opportunesuitable or convenient for a particular occurrence
waifa stray person or animal
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease