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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WordMeaning
circumscribeto constrict (see constrict
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
verisimilitudethe quality or state of being verisimilar
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
conservatorya greenhouse for growing or displaying plants
satirea literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn
capaciouscontaining or capable of containing a great deal
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
venalcapable of being bought or obtained for money or other valuable consideration : purchasable
dominaterule