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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WordMeaning
studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
frolicfull of fun : merry
stocka store or supply accumulated or available
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corpulenthaving a large bulky body : obese
miniaturea copy on a much reduced scale
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
symmetrybalanced proportions
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
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