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 |
|---|---|
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| toss | to throw with a quick, light, or careless motion or with a sudden jerk |
| straggle | to wander from the direct course or way : rove |
| prolixity | unduly prolonged or drawn out : too long |
| vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
| pore | to gaze intently |
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| cohabit | to live together as or as if a married couple |
| cryptic | secret |
| growl | rumble |