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
cerebrationto use the mind : think
scintillateto emit sparks : spark
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
herpetologista branch of zoology dealing with reptiles and amphibians
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness
meniala person doing menial work
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot
maula heavy often wooden-headed hammer used especially for driving wedges
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant