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 |
|---|---|
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| iota | an infinitesimal amount : jot |
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| onerous | involving, imposing, or constituting a burden : troublesome |
| imbue | endow |
| faculty | ability |
| kismet | fate |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |