Definition of Contrived
Contrived
con·trived
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Artificially created or arranged, often in a way that seems forced or unnatural.
e.g. The plot twist felt contrived and didn't quite fit with the rest of the story.
(adjective)
created deliberately rather than occurring naturally or taking place spontaneously;
e.g. This problem appears to be contrived, since it occurred due to his own actions.
(verb)
brought about a situation deliberately, often involving specific effort or skill;
e.g. She contrived to be there at a time when she knew she could meet him.
(verb)
managed to create or cause some undesirable situation, often as a consequence of one's foolish actions;
e.g. Somehow, he contrived to leave his keys in the car multiple times.
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