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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Word | Meaning |
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malign | evil in nature, influence, or effect : injurious |
industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
thrive | to grow vigorously : flourish |
libidinous | having or marked by lustful desires : lascivious |
covetous | marked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions |
peripatetic | a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism |
resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
intellect | the power of knowing as distinguished from the power to feel and to will : the capacity for knowledge |
whinny | to neigh especially in a low or gentle way |
stereotype | to make a stereotype from |