GRE Word List

CONTRIVANCE

a thing contrived

The meaning of the word contrivance is a thing contrived.

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WordMeaning
apprehendarrest
elasticcapable of recovering size and shape after deformation
fructifyto bear fruit
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
roilto make turbid by stirring up the sediment or dregs of
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
deignto condescend reluctantly and with a strong sense of the affront to one's superiority that is involved : stoop