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 |
|---|---|
| orifice | an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass |
| scenario | an outline or synopsis of a play |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| disband | to break up the organization of : dissolve |
| momentum | a property (see property |
| lucid | suffused with light : luminous |
| fret | to eat or gnaw into : corrode |
| preeminent | having paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
| raconteur | a person who excels in telling anecdotes |