GRE Word List

IMPETUOUS

marked by impulsive vehemence or passion

The meaning of the word impetuous is marked by impulsive vehemence or passion.

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WordMeaning
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
residualremainder
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
mendaciousgiven to or characterized by deception or falsehood or divergence from absolute truth
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
automatona mechanism that is relatively self-operating
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scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
lucrativeproducing wealth : profitable