GRE Word List
CONTORTIONS
to twist in a violent manner
The meaning of the word contortions is to twist in a violent manner.
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| engaged | involved in activity : occupied |
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| substantial | consisting of or relating to substance |
| estimable | capable of being estimated |
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| scourge | whip |
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