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
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
galvanicof, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
sportivefrolicsome
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
impendingoccurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
mealymouthednot plain and straightforward : devious
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other