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
rouea man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake
insipidlacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
enmitypositive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will
beatitudea state of utmost bliss
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
inanimatenot animate: