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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WordMeaning
lacerationthe act of lacerating
retrospectiveof, relating to, or given to retrospection
penologya branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
suffuseto spread over or through in the manner of fluid or light : flush
prizesomething offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
pseudonyma fictitious name
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting