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 |
|---|---|
| cognate | of the same or similar nature : generically alike |
| drivel | nonsense |
| dissonance | lack of agreement |
| scurvy | a disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
| rationalize | to bring into accord with reason or cause something to seem reasonable: such as |
| dubious | unsettled in opinion : doubtful |
| skimp | skimpy |
| cadaver | a dead body |
| advert | to turn the mind or attention |