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 |
|---|---|
| assail | to attack violently : assault |
| violate | break |
| falter | to walk unsteadily : stumble |
| humdrum | monotonous |
| kinetic | of or relating to the motion of material bodies and the forces and energy associated therewith |
| nefarious | flagrantly wicked or impious : evil |
| distill | to let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate |
| homely | suggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| comestible | edible |