GRE Word List
REFRACTORY
resisting control or authority : stubborn
The meaning of the word refractory is resisting control or authority : stubborn.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| anthology | a collection of selected literary pieces or passages or works of art or music |
| perpetual | continuing forever : everlasting |
| intransigence | the quality or state of being intransigent |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| saccharine | of, relating to, or resembling that of sugar |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| desperado | a bold or violent criminal |
| resolve | to deal with successfully : clear up |