GRE Word List

CONTRIVE

devise

The meaning of the word contrive is devise.

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WordMeaning
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petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
incubateto sit on (eggs) so as to hatch by the warmth of the body
computeto determine especially by mathematical means
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
jocularsaid or done as a joke : characterized by jesting : playful
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dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
devoidbeing without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment