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 |
|---|---|
| ecliptic | of or relating to the ecliptic or an eclipse |
| daze | to stupefy especially by a blow : stun |
| disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
| venturesome | inclined to court or incur risk or danger : daring |
| mantle | a loose sleeveless garment worn over other clothes : cloak |
| reduce | to draw together or cause to converge : consolidate |
| domicile | a dwelling place : place of residence : home |
| vituperative | uttering or given to censure : containing or characterized by verbal abuse |
| culmination | the action of culminating |
| stamina | the bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance |