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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scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
philologythe study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
virtueconformity to a standard of right : morality
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
glossa surface luster or brightness : shine
grislyinspiring horror or intense fear
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion