GRE Word List

PETULANT

insolent or rude in speech or behavior

The meaning of the word petulant is insolent or rude in speech or behavior.

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WordMeaning
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions
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dotagea state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
nascentcoming or having recently come into existence
gapeto open the mouth wide
incapacitateto deprive of capacity or natural power : disable
amityfriendship
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover