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
incorporateto unite or work into something already existent so as to form an indistinguishable whole
wringto squeeze or twist especially so as to make dry or to extract moisture or liquid
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
gushto issue copiously or violently
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
equityjustice according to natural law or right
feignto give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities