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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WordMeaning
gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
ventriloquistone who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism
entreatto plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation