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

WordMeaning
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
anodyneserving to alleviate pain
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided
loutto bow in respect
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony