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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| typhoon | a hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| detraction | a lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling |
| formality | compliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony |
| granulate | to form or crystallize into grains or granules |
| frivolous | of little weight or importance |
| sloth | disinclination to action or labor : indolence |
| shrivel | to draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |