GRE Word List
PEEVISH
querulous in temperament or mood : fretful
The meaning of the word peevish is querulous in temperament or mood : fretful.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| aptitude | inclination |
| catcall | a loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event) |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| beseech | to beg for urgently or anxiously |
| imperial | of, relating to, befitting, or suggestive of an empire or an emperor |
| haughtiness | blatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior |
| stereotype | to make a stereotype from |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |