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
abnegationdenial
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
quackto make the characteristic cry of a duck
sleekslick
drabslattern
repositorya place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository
vauntedhighly or widely praised or boasted about
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
spanglea small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing
afflictiona cause of persistent pain or distress