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
exemplarydeserving imitation : commendable
succumbto yield to superior strength or force or overpowering appeal or desire
diurnalactive chiefly in the daytime
indignationanger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
tactileperceptible by touch : tangible
lugubriousmournful
impecunioushaving very little or no money usually habitually : penniless
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
surmountto prevail over : overcome