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 |
|---|---|
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| aplomb | complete and confident composure or self-assurance : poise |
| stem | the main trunk of a plant |
| gamut | the whole series of recognized musical notes |
| touchy | marked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation |
| malady | a disease or disorder of the animal body |
| hindsight | perception of the nature of an event after it has happened |
| premonition | previous notice or warning : forewarning |
| enumerate | to ascertain the number of : count |
| fodder | something fed to domestic animals |