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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rostera roll or list of personnel
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memorializeto address or petition by a memorial
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winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
prosperitythe condition of being successful or thriving
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tertiaryof third rank, importance, or value
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless