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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| chasten | to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
| superficial | of, relating to, or located near a surface |
| prelude | an introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter |
| ensconce | shelter |
| insightful | exhibiting or characterized by insight |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
| institutionalize | to make into an institution : give character of an institution to |
| centaur | any of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |