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
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
maniacalaffected with or suggestive of madness
forlornbereft
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
tenacitythe quality or state of being tenacious
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
defrayto provide for the payment of : pay
chaperona person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety
sophistphilosopher
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness