GRE Word List

CONTRIVE

devise

The meaning of the word contrive is devise.

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rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
scorchto burn a surface of so as to change its color and texture
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
buoyanthaving buoyancy
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
dazzleto lose clear vision especially from looking at bright light
peruseto examine or consider with attention and in detail : study