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 |
|---|---|
| wheedle | to influence or entice by soft words or flattery |
| cohabit | to live together as or as if a married couple |
| lunar | crescent |
| seasonable | suitable to the season or circumstances : timely |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| scavenge | to remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
| reprobate | an unprincipled or depraved person : scoundrel |
| jurisprudence | the science or philosophy of law |