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
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
blurtto utter abruptly and impulsively
sagaciousof keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
compellingthat compels: such as
capillaryresembling a hair especially in slender elongated form
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
recitala detailed account : enumeration
rostera roll or list of personnel