GRE Word List

INSOLENCE

the quality or state of being insolent

The meaning of the word insolence is the quality or state of being insolent.

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WordMeaning
magniloquentspeaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
debunkto expose the sham (see sham
energizeto make energetic, vigorous, or active
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
ineptgenerally incompetent : bungling
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
respitea period of temporary delay
defunctno longer living, existing, or functioning