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
subservientuseful in an inferior capacity : subordinate
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
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prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
invidiousof an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
dyspepticindigestion