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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| melee | a confused struggle |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| distrait | apprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted |
| ostentatious | attracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation |
| beneficent | doing or producing good |
| coin | corner |
| potent | having or wielding force, authority, or influence : powerful |
| residual | remainder |