GRE Word List

CONTRIVANCE

a thing contrived

The meaning of the word contrivance is a thing contrived.

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natalnative
quixoticfoolishly impractical especially in the pursuit of ideals
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
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annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
aspirantone who aspires
nefariousflagrantly wicked or impious : evil
raffleto engage in a raffle
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