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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WordMeaning
rendto remove from place by violence : wrest
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
savorthe taste or smell of something
suspensethe state of being suspended : suspension
secreteto form and give off (a secretion)
homogeneousof the same or a similar kind or nature
castigationto subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism