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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tenantone who has the occupation or temporary possession of lands or tenements of another
propheticof, relating to, or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy
perpetualcontinuing forever : everlasting
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
incarnateinvested with bodily and especially human nature and form
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light