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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falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
carata unit of fineness for gold equal to ยน/โ‚‚โ‚„ part of pure gold in an alloy
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
restivestubbornly resisting control : balky
abjureto renounce upon oath
tonsurethe Roman Catholic or Eastern rite of admission to the clerical state by the clipping or shaving of a portion of the head
clota portion of a substance adhering together in a thick nondescript mass (as of clay or gum)
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent