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 |
|---|---|
| delta | the 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table |
| putative | commonly accepted or supposed |
| vortex | something that resembles a whirlpool |
| doctrine | a principle or position or the body of principles in a branch of knowledge or system of belief : dogma |
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
| conceit | favorable opinion |
| preternatural | existing outside of nature |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| elastic | capable of recovering size and shape after deformation |
| scintilla | spark |