GRE Word List

CARPING

marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism

The meaning of the word carping is marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism.

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WordMeaning
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
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ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature
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paranoiamental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations
betokento typify beforehand : presage
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
overturnto cause to turn over : upset