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
infractionthe act of infringing : violation
obtusenot pointed or acute : blunt
overseesurvey
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
stem_fromarise from; originate from
choicethe act of choosing : selection
dys-abnormal