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
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
courtthe residence or establishment of a sovereign or similar dignitary
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
preamblean introductory statement
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal