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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WordMeaning
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
typhoona hurricane occurring especially in the region of the Philippines or the China sea
exultto be extremely joyful : rejoice
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
granulateto form or crystallize into grains or granules
frivolousof little weight or importance
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with