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 |
|---|---|
| devise | to form in the mind by new combinations or applications of ideas or principles : invent |
| chaotic | marked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| encumber | weigh down |
| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| gnarl | snarl |
| sidetrack | siding |
| inductive | of, relating to, or employing mathematical or logical induction |