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Contrivi

Noun (plural: contrivis)

1. (popular) A made-up or invented word or phrase.

Sample Sentence: "I couldn't find the meaning of 'contrivi' anywhere; it must be a contrivi."

Verb (third-person singular simple present: contrivis, present participle: contriving, past tense: contrived)

1. (local) To cleverly plan or devise a scheme or plan.

Sample Sentence: "The mastermind contrivis a way to execute the heist without getting caught."

Adjective

1. (popular) Describing something that seems artificial or unnatural.

Sample Sentence: "The contrivi decorations at the party made it feel otherworldly."

2. (local) Characterized by skillful and intentional invention.

Sample Sentence: "The contrivi storytelling captivated the audience throughout the play."