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 |
|---|---|
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| entree | the act or manner of entering : entrance |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
| gratis | without charge or recompense : free |
| stipulate | to make an agreement or covenant to do or forbear something : contract |
| mural | of, relating to, or resembling a wall |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| equilibrium | a state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise |
| beneficent | doing or producing good |