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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courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
saccharineof, relating to, or resembling that of sugar
rakishof, relating to, or characteristic of a rake : dissolute
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
arbitera person with power to decide a dispute : judge
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury
balma balsamic (see balsamic
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
depredationto lay waste : plunder
intriguethe practice of engaging in secret schemes