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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
| uninhibited | free from inhibition |
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| droop | to hang or incline downward |
| retinue | a group of retainers or attendants |
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| corrugated | having corrugations |
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