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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disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
dupeone that is easily deceived or cheated : fool
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
entailto impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result
trampto walk, tread, or step especially heavily
rebuttalthe act of rebutting especially in a legal suit
miasmaa vaporous exhalation formerly believed to cause disease