GRE Word List

VYING

contending; to strive for superiority

The meaning of the word vying is contending; to strive for superiority.

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tendentiousmarked by a tendency in favor of a particular point of view : biased
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fastidiousshowing or demanding excessive delicacy or care
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
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conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
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