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.

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colossusa statue of gigantic size and proportions
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
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wardthe action or process of guarding
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical