GRE Word List
CONTENTIOUS
likely to cause disagreement or argument
The meaning of the word contentious is likely to cause disagreement or argument.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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actuate | to put into mechanical action or motion |
irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
dehydrate | to remove bound water or hydrogen and oxygen from (a chemical compound) in the proportion in which they form water |
transpire | to take place : go on |
cadaver | a dead body |
vivisection | the cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation |
resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
unearthly | not earthly: such as |