GRE Word List

PIQUANT

engagingly provocative

The meaning of the word piquant is engagingly provocative.

Random words

WordMeaning
drasticacting rapidly or violently
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
cerebrationto use the mind : think
phalanxa body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files
sequesterto set apart : segregate
functionaryone who serves in a certain function
primordialfirst created or developed : primeval
debilitateto impair the strength of : enfeeble
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
dislodgeto drive from a position of hiding, defense, or advantage