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 |
|---|---|
| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
| anecdote | a usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| prime | the second of the canonical hours |
| resumption | an act or instance of resuming : recommencement |
| attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
| energize | to make energetic, vigorous, or active |
| boost | to push or shove up from below |
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
| diadem | crown |