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 |
|---|---|
| vitriolic | bitterly harsh or caustic language or criticism |
| regime | regimen |
| grunt | to utter a grunt |
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| dawdle | to spend time idly |
| immune | not susceptible or responsive |
| absolute | free from imperfection : perfect |
| hardy | bold |
| lode | waterway |
| pantomime | pantomimist |