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 |
|---|---|
| inconsistency | an instance of being inconsistent |
| abut | to border on : to touch along an edge |
| parlance | speech |
| smattering | superficial piecemeal knowledge |
| prance | to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing |
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| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
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| junta | a council or committee for political or governmental purposes |
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