GRE Word List

FLIPPANT

lacking proper respect or seriousness

The meaning of the word flippant is lacking proper respect or seriousness.

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frivolousof little weight or importance
politypolitical organization
finishto come to an end : terminate
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unaccountablenot to be accounted for : inexplicable
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complacencyself-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies
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menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat