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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genusa class, kind, or group marked by common characteristics or by one common characteristic
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
healthyenjoying good health
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
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rejoinderthe defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication
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