GRE Word List

DERIVATIVE

a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation

The meaning of the word derivative is a word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation.

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WordMeaning
religiousrelating to or manifesting faithful devotion to an acknowledged ultimate reality or deity
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
sophomoricconceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature
divaprima donna
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
buoyanthaving buoyancy
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration