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).

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WordMeaning
allegeto assert without proof or before proving
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul
effluviuman invisible emanation
debarto bar from having or doing something : preclude
unfetterto free from fetters
cessiona yielding to another : concession
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
reconditedifficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep