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

WordMeaning
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
compulsionan act of compelling
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
kindleto start (a fire) burning : light
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
unearthlynot earthly: such as
concordatcompact