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contrived

adjective

/kənˈtraɪvd/

Meaning

artificial or forced; not natural or spontaneous

The ending of the movie felt contrived and unrealistic.

artificial, forced, staged, unnatural, planned

natural, spontaneous, genuine

contrived situation, contrived plot, contrived smile, contrived ending

Not allowing fluid to pass through; unable to be affected by something.

Relating to a mark added to a letter to indicate a different pronunciation or stress.

Providing nourishment; health-giving.

keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties

secreting venom; full of malice or spite; extremely hostile

having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure