This wordlist is generally used by students preparing for GRE.
Short Definition : pleasantly tart-tasting; spicy; pleasantly stimulating; Ex. piquant situation when my old enemy asked for my help
Short Definition : irritation; resentment from wounded pride (eg. loss in a contest); V: provoke; arouse; annoy; cause to feel resentment; Ex. pique her curiosity
Short Definition : pertaining to fishing; CF. Pisces
Short Definition : hidden danger; concealed trap
Short Definition : core or marrow; spongelike substance in the center of stems; essence; substance
Short Definition : concise and meaningful; substantial; meaty
Short Definition : small amount (of money); small allowance or wage
Short Definition : of a pivot; central; critical; crucial
Short Definition : pacify; bring peace to; conciliate; appease
Short Definition : harmless substance prescribed as a dummy pill