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 |
|---|---|
| rend | to remove from place by violence : wrest |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| filigree | ornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces |
| monogram | a sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name |
| exiguous | excessively scanty : inadequate |
| savor | the taste or smell of something |
| suspense | the state of being suspended : suspension |
| secrete | to form and give off (a secretion) |
| homogeneous | of the same or a similar kind or nature |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |