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 |
|---|---|
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| haven | harbor |
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| smear | a viscous or sticky substance |
| seemly | good-looking |
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