GRE Word List

PUERILE

juvenile

The meaning of the word puerile is juvenile.

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prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
significanthaving meaning
manumitto release from slavery
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
artlesslacking art, knowledge, or skill : uncultured
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
gavelrent or tribute in medieval England
reactionaryrelating to, marked by, or favoring reaction
behemotha mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
talonthe claw of an animal and especially of a bird of prey