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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| oblivious | lacking remembrance, memory, or mindful attention |
| animadversion | a critical and usually censorious remark |
| impuissance | weakness |
| engender | beget |