GRE Word List

CONTROVERT

to dispute or oppose by reasoning

The meaning of the word controvert is to dispute or oppose by reasoning.

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antecedentsa substantive word, phrase, or clause whose denotation is referred to by a pronoun that typically follows the substantive (such as John in "Mary saw John and called to him")
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
egregiousconspicuous
garishclothed in vivid colors
haplesshaving no luck : unfortunate
meandera winding path or course
aviarya place for keeping birds confined
coaxto influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle
sentientresponsive to or conscious of sense impressions