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
apprehendarrest
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
nourishnurture
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
scurvya disease caused by a lack of vitamin C and characterized by spongy gums, loosening of the teeth, and a bleeding into the skin and mucous membranes
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
ostensibleintended for display : open to view
reprobationthe act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration