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
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
muteunable to speak : lacking the power of speech
morticianundertaker
machiavellianof or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion
bombasticmarked by or given to speech or writing that is given exaggerated importance by artificial or empty means : marked by or given to bombast : pompous
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
pronehaving a tendency or inclination : being likely
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness
latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic