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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| fatuous | complacently or inanely foolish : silly |
| overwhelm | upset |
| contest | strive |
| inadvertently | unintentional |
| trunk | the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |
| imperious | marked by arrogant assurance : domineering |
| gambit | a chess opening in which a player risks one or more pawns or a minor piece to gain an advantage in position |
| dilemma | a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice |