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
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
savoryhaving savor: such as
deleteriousharmful often in a subtle or unexpected way
gustatoryrelating to or associated with eating or the sense of taste
inceptionan act, process, or instance of beginning : commencement
armadaa fleet of warships
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity
pertinenthaving a clear decisive relevance to the matter in hand