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
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
equestrianof, relating to, or featuring horseback riding
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
puerilejuvenile
aloftat or to a great height
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars