GRE Word List

SCURRILOUS

using or given to coarse language

The meaning of the word scurrilous is using or given to coarse language.

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WordMeaning
rebuttalthe act of rebutting especially in a legal suit
saboteurone that practices sabotage
titillateto excite pleasurably : arouse by stimulation
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catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate
fouloffensive to the senses : loathsome
frolicfull of fun : merry
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
unguenta soothing or healing salve : ointment