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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lista simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects)
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breadthdistance from side to side : width
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
steadfastfirmly fixed in place : immovable
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
neophytea new convert : proselyte
pertsaucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured