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
serratednotched or toothed on the edge
credencemental acceptance as true or real
lecterna stand used to support a book or script in a convenient position for a standing reader or speaker
descryto catch sight of
lexicographeran author or editor of a dictionary
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
distantseparated in space : away
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
ascribeto refer to a supposed cause, source, or author : to say or think that (something) is caused by, comes from, or is associated with a particular person or thing
liabilitythe quality or state of being liable