GRE Word List
PIQUANT
engagingly provocative
The meaning of the word piquant is engagingly provocative.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abode | the place where one lives : home |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| ambrosia | the food of the Greek and Roman gods |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| plumber | a dealer or worker in lead |
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
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| thespian | actor |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |