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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selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
desiccateto dry up
frictionthe rubbing of one body against another
gamutthe whole series of recognized musical notes
shavingthe act of one that shaves
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation
inexorablenot to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless