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
healthyenjoying good health
compulsorymandatory
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coalitionthe act of coalescing : union
unimpeachablenot impeachable: such as
badinageplayful repartee : banter
hypocriticalcharacterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy
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dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
maritalof or relating to marriage or the married state