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 |
|---|---|
| rent | property (such as a house) rented or for rent |
| whinny | to neigh especially in a low or gentle way |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
| cache | a hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements |
| tardy | moving slowly : sluggish |
| stratagem | an artifice or trick in war for deceiving and outwitting the enemy |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| preclude | to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance |
| wheedle | to influence or entice by soft words or flattery |
| exhume | disinter |