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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prestige | standing or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion |
| shed | to rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted |
| browbeat | to intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully |
| wrinkle | a small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease |
| nicety | the quality or state of being nice |
| billowing | wave |
| callous | being hardened and thickened |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |
| lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |
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