GRE Word List

CONTRIVE

devise

The meaning of the word contrive is devise.

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politypolitical organization
dawdleto spend time idly
baskto lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere
inclementlacking mildness: such as
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile
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revulsiona strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal
repelto drive back : repulse
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted