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Vocabulary Entry
contrived
|adjective • verb
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A
adjective
Created or arranged in a way that is artificial and not natural.
Example Sentences
"The plot of the movie felt contrived and unrealistic."
"She made a contrived effort to seem interested in the conversation."
"His excitement about the project seemed contrived, almost forced."
V
verb
Past tense of contrive; to plan or devise a scheme.
Example Sentences
"They contrived a way to solve the problem quickly."
"He had contrived an elaborate plan to surprise her."
"The team contrived several ideas to enhance the project."