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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| execrable | deserving to be execrated : detestable |
| disaffected | discontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious |
| agenda | a list or outline of things to be considered or done |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| askance | with disapproval or distrust : scornfully |
| menial | a person doing menial work |
| boisterous | noisily turbulent : rowdy |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| margin | the part of a page or sheet outside the main body of printed or written matter |