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
pusillanimouslacking courage and resolution : marked by contemptible timidity
missivea written communication : letter
pulchritudephysical comeliness
artisana worker who practices a trade or handicraft : craftsperson
flagrantconspicuously offensive
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
bombardmenta late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones
servileof or befitting a menial position
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt