GRE Word List

IRASCIBLE

marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger

The meaning of the word irascible is marked by hot temper and easily provoked anger.

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tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served
flicka light sharp jerky stroke or movement
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cantthe expression or repetition of conventional or trite opinions or sentiments
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
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orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
contortionsto twist in a violent manner
tendto exhibit an inclination or tendency : conduce