GRE Word List

CONTEST

strive

The meaning of the word contest is strive.

Random words

WordMeaning
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
influxa coming in
capacitylegal competency (see competence
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
exposeto deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community
cursiverunning
catapultan ancient military device for hurling missiles
astigmatisma defect of an optical system (such as a lens) causing rays from a point to fail to meet in a focal point resulting in a blurred and imperfect image
adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects