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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exegesisexposition
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
inanimatenot animate:
vulpineof, relating to, or resembling a fox
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
indomitableincapable of being subdued : unconquerable
infidelone who is not a Christian or who opposes Christianity
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable