GRE Word List

GROUCH

a fit of bad temper

The meaning of the word grouch is a fit of bad temper.

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turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
hullthe outer covering of a fruit or seed
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avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
rationalean explanation of controlling principles of opinion, belief, practice, or phenomena
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
chalicea drinking cup : goblet
uncouthawkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude
overblownpast the prime of bloom
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant