GRE Word List

VIE

to strive for superiority : contend

The meaning of the word vie is to strive for superiority : contend.

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WordMeaning
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abstractdisassociated from any specific instance
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
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advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring