GRE Word List
DERIVATION
the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix)
The meaning of the word derivation is the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| serrated | notched or toothed on the edge |
| credence | mental acceptance as true or real |
| lectern | a stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker |
| descry | to catch sight of |
| lexicographer | an author or editor of a dictionary |
| tribulation | distress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution |
| distant | separated in space : away |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |
| ascribe | to refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing |
| liability | the quality or state of being liable |