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 |
|---|---|
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| mediate | occupying a middle position |
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| forward | near, being at, or belonging to the forepart |
| intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
| personify | to conceive of or represent as a person or as having human qualities or powers |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
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| comeback | a sharp or witty reply : retort |