GRE Word List
PERTINACIOUS
adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design
The meaning of the word pertinacious is adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| summation | the act or process of forming a sum : addition |
| grovel | to creep with the face to the ground : crawl |
| monarchy | undivided rule or absolute sovereignty by a single person |
| hindrance | the state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered |
| requiem | a mass for the dead |
| perforate | to make a hole through |
| incinerate | to cause to burn to ashes |
| choice | the act of choosing : selection |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |