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 |
|---|---|
| tensile | capable of tension : ductile |
| rend | to remove from place by violence : wrest |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
| rally | to muster for a common purpose |
| caustic | capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| memorial | serving to preserve remembrance : commemorative |
| well-bred | having or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class |