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
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
plagiarizeto steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : use (another's production) without crediting the source
matriarcha woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
vindictivedisposed to seek revenge : vengeful
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
dirgea song or hymn of grief or lamentation
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable