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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WordMeaning
monotonytedious sameness
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
skiffany of various small boats
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
warpa series of yarns extended lengthwise in a loom and crossed by the weft
pell-mellin mingled confusion or disorder
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
illicitnot permitted : unlawful