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
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
prunea plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
obsequiousmarked by or exhibiting a fawning attentiveness
lumberto move ponderously
ventriloquistone who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism
compartmenta separate division or section
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing