GRE Word List

CONTRAVENE

to go or act contrary to : violate

The meaning of the word contravene is to go or act contrary to : violate.

Random words

WordMeaning
chastento correct by punishment or suffering : discipline
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
mutinousdisposed to or being in a state of mutiny : rebellious
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
executorone who executes something
stentorianextremely loud
pugilistfighter
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
relinquishto withdraw or retreat from : leave behind