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 |
|---|---|
| lout | to bow in respect |
| lagoon | a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water |
| condign | deserved |
| expurgate | to cleanse of something morally harmful, offensive, or erroneous |
| gloss_over | explain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults |
| bucolic | of or relating to shepherds or herdsmen : pastoral |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| blandishment | something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement |
| hoard | a supply or fund stored up and often hidden away |
| energize | to make energetic, vigorous, or active |