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
aplombcomplete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise
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idolatrythe worship of a physical object as a god
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
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routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
contagiona contagious disease
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on