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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| circumscribe | to constrict (see constrict |
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| verisimilitude | the quality or state of being verisimilar |
| embroil | to throw into disorder or confusion |
| conservatory | a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants |
| satire | a literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn |
| capacious | containing or capable of containing a great deal |
| provisional | serving for the time being : temporary |
| venal | capable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable |
| dominate | rule |