GRE Word List
CONTRIVED
having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
The meaning of the word contrived is having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tenant | one who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| expose | to deprive of shelter, protection, or care : subject to risk from a harmful action or condition |
| revelry | noisy partying or merrymaking |
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| tribulation | distress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| colander | a perforated utensil for washing or draining food |
| venerate | to regard with reverential respect or with admiring deference |
| suppress | to put down by authority or force : subdue |