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 |
|---|---|
| purge | to clear of guilt |
| hierarchy | a division of angels |
| wispy | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| missive | a written communication : letter |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| hothead | a hotheaded person |
| elucidate | to make lucid especially by explanation or analysis |
| prolific | producing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful |
| fancy | to have a fancy (see fancy |
| dereliction | an intentional abandonment |