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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| sobriety | the quality or state of being sober |
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| omnivorous | feeding on both animal and vegetable substances |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| potion | a mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine) |
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| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
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