GRE Word List

IMPERTINENT

given to or characterized by insolent rudeness

The meaning of the word impertinent is given to or characterized by insolent rudeness.

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obtusenot pointed or acute : blunt
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tumultdisorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
disjunctiona sharp cleavage : disunion
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quaffto drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously
snuffleto snuff or sniff usually audibly and repeatedly
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease