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
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
potentialexisting in possibility : capable of development into actuality
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
assurancethe state of being assured: such as
scruplea unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
causalexpressing or indicating cause : causative
vendettablood feud
recipientone that receives : receiver