GRE Word List

CONTINGENT

dependent on or conditioned by something else

The meaning of the word contingent is dependent on or conditioned by something else.

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WordMeaning
purveyorone that purveys
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
sageone (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely
disheveledmarked by disorder or disarray
percussionthe act of percussing: such as
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
profligatewildly extravagant