GRE Word List

PEEVISH

querulous in temperament or mood : fretful

The meaning of the word peevish is querulous in temperament or mood : fretful.

Random words

WordMeaning
modulateto tune to a key or pitch
dismissto permit or cause to leave
gruntto utter a grunt
portendto give an omen or anticipatory sign of
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
swampa wetland often partially or intermittently covered with water
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
slackento make less active : slow up
concorda state of agreement : harmony
inferto derive as a conclusion from facts or premises