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
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
multilingualof, having, or expressed in several languages
quietudea quiet state : repose
annotateto make or furnish critical or explanatory notes or comment
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
torpora state of mental and motor inactivity with partial or total insensibility
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
sacrilegiouscommitting or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object
propensityan often intense natural inclination or preference