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 |
|---|---|
| adamant | unshakable or insistent especially in maintaining a position or opinion : unyielding |
| braggadocio | empty boasting |
| abortive | prematurely born |
| rivulet | a small stream |
| scrupulous | having moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper |
| commemorate | to call to remembrance |
| reminiscent | of the character of or relating to reminiscence |
| endear | to cause to become beloved or admired |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| desiccate | to dry up |