GRE Word List

CONTENTIOUS

likely to cause disagreement or argument

The meaning of the word contentious is likely to cause disagreement or argument.

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WordMeaning
blueof the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue
buxomvigorously or healthily plump
preponderancea superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study
snivelto run at the nose
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
authoritarianof, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority
torpedoa weapon for destroying ships by rupturing their hulls below the waterline: such as