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 |
|---|---|
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| unwonted | being out of the ordinary : rare |
| chancellor | the secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king |
| transport | to transfer or convey from one place to another |
| countermand | to revoke (a command) by a contrary order |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |
| euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
| belie | to give a false impression of |
| tension | inner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion |
| pliant | pliable |