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
direexciting horror
banallacking originality, freshness, or novelty : trite
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
euphonypleasing or sweet sound
torquea force that produces or tends to produce rotation or torsion
flinchto withdraw or shrink from or as if from pain : wince
galea strong current of air:
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful