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 |
|---|---|
| chaff | the seed coverings and other debris separated from the seed in threshing grain |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |
| culvert | a transverse drain |
| bountiful | liberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors |
| coeval | of the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration |
| depredation | to lay waste : plunder |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| equitable | having or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned |
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |