GRE Word List

TANTRUM

a fit of bad temper

The meaning of the word tantrum is a fit of bad temper.

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WordMeaning
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
staticexerting force by reason of weight alone without motion
inertlacking the power to move
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
inviolablesecure from violation or profanation
indicessigns; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
curmudgeona crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man
conteststrive
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away