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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fancierone that has a special liking or interest
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
actuarialof or relating to actuaries
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touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression
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