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.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| bestial | of or relating to beasts |
| mulct | fine |
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| chasten | to correct by punishment or suffering : discipline |