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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| behoove | to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for |
| dutiful | filled with or motivated by a sense of duty |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| outcast | one that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah |
| hut | an often small and temporary dwelling of simple construction : shack |
| lot | an object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with |
| translucent | permitting the passage of light: |
| alliteration | the repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs) |
| windfall | something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |