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 |
|---|---|
| bludgeon | a short stick that usually has one thick or loaded end and is used as a weapon |
| portly | dignified |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| antagonism | opposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| epistemologist | the study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| impassive | giving no sign of feeling or emotion : expressionless |
| pare | to trim off an outside, excess, or irregular part of |
| comity | friendly social atmosphere : social harmony |