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
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
ravelto become unwoven, untwisted, or unwound : fray
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
advocacythe act or process of supporting a cause or proposal : the act or process of advocating (see advocate
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
righteousacting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect