GRE Word List
CONTROVERT
to dispute or oppose by reasoning
The meaning of the word controvert is to dispute or oppose by reasoning.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| beguile | hoodwink |
| obfuscate | to throw into shadow : darken |
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |
| levy | the imposition or collection of an assessment |
| dapper | neat and trim in appearance |
| occlude | to close up or block off : obstruct |
| consonance | harmony or agreement among components |
| nemesis | the Greek goddess of retributive justice |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |