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
probityadherence to the highest principles and ideals : uprightness
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
repudiateto refuse to accept
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
obnoxiousodiously or disgustingly objectionable : highly offensive
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
delveexcavate
bicameralhaving, consisting of, or based on two legislative chambers (see chamber