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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|---|---|
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| demerit | offense |
| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
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