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

WordMeaning
purgeto clear of guilt
hierarchya division of angels
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
missivea written communication : letter
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
hotheada hotheaded person
elucidateto make lucid especially by explanation or analysis
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
fancyto have a fancy (see fancy
derelictionan intentional abandonment