GRE Word List
CONTUSION
injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
The meaning of the word contusion is injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| oblivion | the fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness |
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| paltry | inferior |
| sap | the fluid part of a plant |
| repertoire | a list or supply of dramas, operas, pieces, or parts that a company or person is prepared to perform |
| cogitate | to ponder or meditate on usually intently |
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