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 |
|---|---|
| garner | to gather into storage |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| pigment | a substance that imparts black or white or a color to other materials |
| conventional | formed by agreement or compact |
| healthful | beneficial to health of body or mind |
| obloquy | a strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language |
| flashy | lacking in substance or flavor : insipid |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |
| trenchant | keen |