GRE Word List

PETULANT

insolent or rude in speech or behavior

The meaning of the word petulant is insolent or rude in speech or behavior.

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daubto cover or coat with soft adhesive matter : plaster
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rudimentaryconsisting in first principles : fundamental
lacerationthe act of lacerating
epicureanof or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
sextantan instrument for measuring angular distances used especially in navigation to observe altitudes of celestial bodies (as in ascertaining latitude and longitude)
yokela naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
generateto bring into existence: such as