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.

Random words

WordMeaning
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
randoma haphazard course
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
jargonthe technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
quipa clever usually taunting remark : gibe
exertionthe act or an instance of exerting