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 |
|---|---|
| stumble | to fall into sin or waywardness |
| philatelist | a specialist in philately : one who collects or studies stamps |
| caprice | a sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action |
| sledge | sledgehammer |
| resign | relegate |
| fit | acceptable from a particular viewpoint (as of competence or morality) : proper |
| brook | creek |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| maxim | a general truth, fundamental principle, or rule of conduct |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |