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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libidoinstinctual psychic energy that in psychoanalytic theory is derived from primitive biological urges (as for sexual pleasure or self-preservation) and that is expressed in conscious activity
breadthdistance from side to side : width
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
desperatehaving lost hope
varnisha liquid preparation that when applied to a surface dries to form a hard lustrous typically transparent coating
cogitateto ponder or meditate on usually intently
straggleto wander from the direct course or way : rove
memoiran official note or report : memorandum
riderone that rides