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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| despise | to look down on with disrespect or aversion |
| whit | the smallest part or particle imaginable : bit |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| lateral | of or relating to the side |
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| jollity | the quality or state of being jolly : merriment |
| reverberate | reflect |
| acumen | keenness and depth of perception, discernment, or discrimination especially in practical matters |
| mass | the liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist |