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
slapto strike sharply with or as if with the open hand
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
conclusiveof, relating to, or being a conclusion
mutedbeing mute : silent
machiavellianof or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
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usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right