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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WordMeaning
vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat
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dissonancelack of agreement
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redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
interto deposit (a dead body) in the earth or in a tomb
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
insubordinationdisobedient to authority
capriciousgoverned or characterized by caprice : impulsive