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 |
|---|---|
| stink | to emit a strong offensive odor |
| requisite | needed for a particular purpose : essential |
| proximity | the quality or state of being proximate : closeness |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
| oratorio | a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery |
| championship | designation as champion |
| recurrent | running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course |
| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
| swarthy | of a dark color, complexion, or cast |
| overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |