GRE Word List

PRURIENT

marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire

The meaning of the word prurient is marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire.

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WordMeaning
comportto be fitting : accord
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
bountifulliberal or generous in bestowing gifts or favors
paragona model of excellence or perfection
requiema mass for the dead
simianof, relating to, or resembling monkeys or apes
palliateto reduce the violence of (a disease)
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
herpetologista branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
mediateoccupying a middle position